Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in
state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC)
systems, today announced that it has received a new order for
Panasonic’s eX2 IFE system from All Nippon Airways (ANA) for its Boeing
767-300ER aircraft and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The eX2 system delivers an enhanced IFE experience through Audio and
Video On Demand (AVOD) and other entertainment options on
high-resolution seatback monitors. Passengers can also view their own
iPod and other personal media content on the in-seat display using the
iPod, USB and audio jacks. In addition, the eX2 system offers advanced
interactive entertainment choices, including shopping, and games, movies
and television programming.
“The eX2 system offers many innovative entertainment features that are
valued and demanded by our passengers,” said Vice President Products &
Service Innovations of All Nippon Airways. “We will continue to look to
Panasonic Avionics to provide our passengers with new options in the
area of in-flight entertainment and communications.”
“We have had a long and successful partnership with All Nippon Airways
and are pleased to earn their repeat business,” said Yasu Enokido, Chief
Operating Officer and President of Panasonic Avionics Corporation. “It
is exciting to be an integral part of their expansion plans and we look
forward to providing their passengers with an amazing long-haul
experience for years to come.”
Ranked among the top 10 airlines in the world, carrying almost 50
million passengers every year to 52 destinations in Japan and 26 cities
throughout Asia, Europe and the United States, ANA is recognized for
outstanding passenger service both on the ground and in the air. In the
Japanese tradition of mixing hospitality with high technology,
personalized, a la carte service complements state-of-the-art
entertainment systems and the latest in cabin design. ANA has been in
the airline business for over 50 years, and combined with ANA Group
companies its activities extend across a host of complete travel and
aviation-related services.
About Panasonic Avionics Corporation
Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the world's leading supplier of
in-flight entertainment and communication systems. The company’s
best-in-class solutions, supported by professional maintenance services,
fully integrate with the cabin enabling airlines to deliver the ultimate
travel experiences with a rich variety of entertainment choices,
resulting in improved quality communication systems and solutions,
reduced time-to-market and lower overall costs.
Established in 1979, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, a U.S.
corporation, is a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation of North America,
the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation
(NYSE: PC). Headquartered in Lake Forest, California with over 3,100
employees and operations in 80 locations worldwide, it serves over 200
customers worldwide and provides IFEC systems on over 3,700 aircraft.
For additional information, please visit www.panasonic.aero.