# Single connectivity platform across Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-8 and Boeing 777-300ER enables Air India with multi-orbit connectivity to propel growth, flexibility, and market leadership.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-14 · The Manila Times*

## Key points

- Air India will deploy a single connectivity platform across Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-8, and 777-300ER.
- Hughes In-Flight Connectivity will enable multi-orbit, global coverage with a roadmap to low-latency LEO satellites.
- Air India is Hughes' global launch customer for this unified in-flight connectivity solution.
- The solution allows Air India to standardize plans, pricing, and digital services across its widebody fleet.
- Beyond passenger Wi-Fi, the system supports operational tools like aircraft monitoring and payment validation.

**Companies:** EchoStar, Hughes Network Systems
**Countries:** India, United States

[Read the full story on The Manila Times](https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/14/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/air-india-selects-hughes-to-transform-in-flight-connectivity-on-airbus-and-boeing-aircraft/2319700)

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