Air France Enhances Long-Haul Flights With Complimentary Apple TV Content

Air France has announced a new partnership with Apple to significantly upgrade its in-flight entertainment system (IFE). The European flag carrier will now offer passengers a curated selection of Apple TV original content on all Air France long-haul flights. This move positions the airline as the first in Europe to provide this specific streaming service content to its travelers.

Key Details of the Partnership

Starting in January, the airline began offering over 45 hours of complimentary Apple TV content. This exclusive catalogue is available to all passengers, regardless of their travel class. The content is accessible directly on each passenger's individual seatback screen.

Content and Access

The selection includes popular, award-winning series. Travelers can watch the first three episodes of global hits like Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, and Severance. The catalogue also features documentaries and children's programming, such as Prehistoric Planet and The Snoopy Show.

• The content is available in both French and English.
• Subtitles and accessibility options are also provided.
• The entire content selection will be refreshed every two months.

Air France is also utilizing its new high-speed Wi-Fi portal for the offering. Passengers can access the premium streaming service content via this portal on their personal devices. As an added benefit, the airline is offering one week of free access to Apple TV via the Wi-Fi portal. This allows passengers to continue watching their favorite shows after landing.

Industry Impact and Passenger Experience

This initiative is part of Air France's broader strategy to enhance the Air France passenger experience. Airlines are increasingly forming airline technology partnerships with major streaming platforms. This trend meets the growing passenger demand for high-quality, on-demand digital entertainment.

For long-haul flights, the improving passenger comfort through IFE is a key differentiator. The new Apple TV content adds to the existing 1,500 hours of entertainment already offered by the carrier. This existing library includes over 310 films and a partnership with Canal+. The airline's commitment to digital services is clear.

Air France is also actively rolling out its new high-speed Wi-Fi service across its entire fleet. The carrier expects this fleet-wide rollout to be complete by the end of 2026. This focus on connectivity is essential for modern long-haul operations. The partnership with Apple TV strengthens Airbus operator Air France's competitive position among global full-service carriers.

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