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Connexion by Boeing closes down

Seattle, USA - The in-flight wideband service have not received the expected market answer

In 2000 Boeing launched a revolutionary service, Connexion, to supply passengers with wideband internet access. Geostationary satellites and earth reception stations keep connection constant, using a new-conception antenna that is able to electronically steady signal position in case of tilt. Now, after 6 years, the system has not been used by a sufficient number of passengers, so Boeing Board of Directors...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 147166
Rome, Italy, 08/21/2006 11:25
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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