Hainan Airlines will equip its aircraft on the new A321neo series platform with the 4K RAVE Ultra IFE system from RAVE Aerospace.
The companies are expanding their collaboration, following the successful operation of the technology on Hainan Airlines’ new A330neo aircraft since November 2025.
Hainan Airlines’ decision to install the 4K RAVE Ultra IFE system was announced at AIX in Hamburg. It brings premium, ultra-high-definition in-flight entertainment to long-range narrowbody operations and to the Chinese Mainland.
“It is our strategy to build a civil aviation powerhouse. High quality is a cornerstone in this development. We are consistently recognised for our high service standards and premium onboard experience. The RAVE Ultra platform delivers the reliability and flexibility we need to offer the in-flight entertainment quality our passengers expect. After the success onboard our A330 neo it is the right step to use the RAVE Ultra IFE system on the A321 neo series platform as well,” said Zhu Tao, Chairman, at Hainan Airlines.
Matt Smith, Chief Executive Officer of RAVE Aerospace, commented: “We are proud to announce Hainan Airlines as the first launch customer for our 4K RAVE Ultra platform in the Chinese Mainland and honoured to support their vision of a premium passenger experience with our technology. This collaboration will show that next-generation premium ultra-high definition in-flight entertainment is the right choice for long-range narrowbody aircraft. It also supports our market position in the region, that is very important for us.”
rave.aero ; hainanairlines.com
