Delta selects Hughes Fusion multi-orbit connectivity solution
Delta selects Hughes multi-orbit solution for select A350 and A321neo aircraft
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (Hughes), an EchoStar Company, has announced the Hughes Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit Inflight Connectivity Solution is coming to Delta Air Lines for select new delivery A350 and A321neo aircraft.
This is in addition to the already awarded 400+ Delta ERJ, CRJ and 717 aircraft. This solution was developed for commercial aviation to simultaneously blend LEO and GEO satellite capacity to set a new standard for the in-flight connectivity experience. This solution will be introduced onboard Delta’s 717 aircraft in the second half of 2025. This forward-looking solution provides Delta with the utmost flexibility to deliver an elevated seamless experience.
“The Hughes Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit Inflight Connectivity Solution represents a first-of-its-kind innovation in commercial aviation for a more consistent and reliable customer experience for every flight and every passenger,” said Reza Rasoulian, SVP & GM, Hughes Aviation. “This ‘no compromise’ solution simultaneously utilizes capacity from different orbits and bands to provide passengers the highest and best level of connectivity globally. This enables Delta to take advantage of the diversity, improved performance, and lower risk of using two satellite networks simultaneously. It redefines in-flight connectivity and ensures passengers remain connected from gate-to-gate, enjoying a level of resiliency previously unattainable in the aviation industry.”
After extensive system analysis, lab evaluation and inflight testing, Delta partnered with Hughes to support Delta's next generation inflight entertainment experience and selected the new Fusion system for installation for its new delivery A321neo, A350-1000 and 717 aircraft.
“This industry-first solution ushers in a new era of connectivity experience for Delta. Using multiple antennas, we can now dynamically deliver the best experience for customers based on location, demand and network conditions, cementing the Delta Sync experience as best-in-class,” said Glenn Latta, Managing Director, Delta. “Our partnership with Hughes to design, test, and refine this next generation connectivity solution gives us critical and unique insight into how the next generation experience will be unlocked in the years ahead.”
Hughes will be exhibiting at booth 2B70 at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Germany next month.
