Air France has taken significant strides to elevate its in-flight entertainment options, ensuring passengers enjoy a more enriching and enjoyable journey. This initiative spans across all long-haul travel cabins, including those to and from South Africa, promising a seamless blend of technology and culture for travelers.
One of the standout improvements is the film selection, now encompassing more than 370 films from various genres. This comprehensive catalogue, featuring both classic and contemporary titles, is a testament to Air France’s commitment to catering to diverse cinematic preferences. Notably, the airline is actively endorsing French cinema by selecting and showcasing titles from the industry, and it has also expanded its offerings in the “world cinema” category to accommodate global tastes.
A noteworthy facet of this enhancement is Air France’s longstanding association with the Cannes Film Festival. As an official partner for 43 years, the airline continues to bring award-winning films from the festival to its passengers. Additionally, a new dimension is added with the inclusion of Disney titles, as well as popular franchises like Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. This addition introduces 26 films and 9 series to captivate travelers of all ages.
To aid passengers in navigating the extensive collection, Air France has introduced themed categories. These sections, such as “Cinema loves Paris” and “Superhero summer,” provide an organized and engaging way to explore the diverse entertainment options available.
Television series enthusiasts are also well catered to, as Air France updates its selection with productions from Canal+, HBO, TF1, and France TV. The inclusion of complete series seasons ensures that passengers can immerse themselves in captivating storylines throughout their journey. Furthermore, Air France’s collaboration with CANNESERIES brings an opportunity to showcase emerging talents by featuring the first two episodes of select series presented at the festival.
Young travelers are not left out of the equation either. Air France has thoughtfully curated content suitable for them, ranging from edutainment to French productions. Animated series and beloved characters ensure that children have an engaging and enjoyable in-flight experience.
Gaming enthusiasts will be pleased to know that games like Angry Birds, Monopoly, and Tetris have made a comeback. With a selection of ten popular programs, including one tailored for children under six, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during the flight.
The cornerstone of this revamped entertainment experience lies in the extensive offering of over 1,500 hours of on-demand content available across all long-haul cabins. Passengers are treated to high-definition individual screens with impressive 4K-quality anti-glare displays. The addition of Bluetooth connectivity allows travelers to enjoy their chosen entertainment with personal headphones. This is complemented by a user-friendly touch-sensitive visual interface, gradually being introduced on 33,000 screens, available in 12 languages for convenient program selection.
A highlight of Air France’s approach is its cultural inclusivity. The selection boasts films in their original languages and various other options, ensuring that passengers from diverse backgrounds find content that resonates with them. Beyond entertainment, the offerings extend to TV series, news programs, documentaries, music, podcasts, destination guides, and specialized content for children. An added wellness section introduces meditation and chair yoga, providing travelers with holistic options for relaxation.
The immersive experience is further enriched by interactive features like an onboard map and camera feed, allowing passengers to track their flight’s path and even witness take-off and landing from their seats.
Air France Connect, the airline’s in-flight Wi-Fi service, is available on the entire fleet*, excluding regional aircraft. With various pass options, including a complimentary one, passengers can stay connected and exchange messages while flying.
*Wi-Fi is available on 98% of the Air France fleet, excluding regional aircraft.
