Live TV across the Atlantic?

According to an article in last week's Flight International it will not be long before passengers on long haul flights, typically across the North Atlantic, will be able to watch live TV on their own handheld devices or through seat back in-flight entertainment systems. 

Jet Blue is behind the technology which is already operating domestically within the US.  A target date of “late next year” has been suggested.  United-Continental, Frontier Airlines and WestJet already offer the service on some sectors.  Whilst flying within the United States one can watch a sporting event actually taking place in Europe whilst sitting in the Economy (coach class) cabin. 

Passengers will initially be able to access three to five television channels concentrating on news and sports.  From a technical point of view the system is based on Ka-band-based connectivity. www.jetblue.com

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