Stellar Inflight, Bluebox Avionics & Jetstar Airways Launch World-First iPad Onboard Jetstar
Sydney | 08 November 2011 - Stellar Inflight, a leading consultant and provider of inflight entertainment content and technical services, Bluebox and Jetstar, today unveil Jetstar’s new Inflight Entertainment device. A world-first, the iPad offers Jetstar customers the best inflight entertainment on the device that has revolutionised media consumption across the globe.
In partnership with Bluebox Avionics, the iPad has been tailored to offer customers new release Hollywood, Australian and Japanese movies, the latest Gameloft games, hottest TV series’, top selling ACP e-magazines, children’s e-books, a kids content zone, massive music library and the latest Warner Music videos.
Securing content approval and licensing deals with major Hollywood studios, including NBC Universal, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Releasing and Warner Brothers Pictures, Jetstar is the world’s first airline to offer new release Hollywood movies on the iPad. Stellar has also worked with leading gaming developer, Gameloft, to create unique games for Jetstar customers as well as signing a deal with ACP magazines to offer e-magazine content from their popular publications. It will also feature e-books, all of which are written and illustrated by primary school-aged children.
Stellar Inflight Chief Operating Officer, Michael Reilly, said that the iPad leads the way in offering passengers and airlines the best in inflight entertainment.
“This launch is a real testament to innovation and it is exciting to be spearheading a world-first venture with Jetstar. The design of the iPad and its functionality lend itself perfectly to be the ultimate inflight entertainment device.”
He continued, “With the iPad we are delighted that Jetstar customers can now enjoy the freshest content on the hottest gadget on the market with the highest quality video and audio experience.”
Bruce Buchanan, Chief Executive Officer, Jetstar, added, “Jetstar is proud to be the world’s first airline to entertain its customers with cutting-edge iPad technology,” Mr Buchanan said.
“Doing things first and doing them differently are key to Jetstar’s success. We’ve listened to our customers and know in-flight entertainment is an important part of their overall travel experience, so we’ve made sure the new iPads offer the very best viewing experience.”
For further information – please contact:
Michael Reilly, Chief Operating Officer | T: +61 2 8197 9818 | E: michael.reilly@stellargroup.com
Simone Ashby, Account Manager | T: +61 2 8197 9849 | E: simone.ashby@stellargroup.com
