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Viasat Set to Launch Satcom Inflight Quality Metrics
Network speed alone deemed insufficient metric as connectivity expectations evolve
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Moving away from a GEO-focused onboard connectivity offering, Viasat is partnering to introduce LEO capabilities into its multi-orbit constellation. The company says evolving antenna technology and smaller hardware will also help broaden its biz-av scope. © Satcom Direct

Satellite communications group Viasat is introducing what it says is a more complete way to assess performance metrics for inflight connectivity. The company's proprietary Inflight Quality of Experience (IQE) benchmark is set to go live later this year and will assess factors other than just connection speeds. 

The initiative builds on an October 2025 report from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and will cover multiple variables beyond peak network speed. Viasat, which operates a network of multi-orbit and low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellites, said that the metrics will be tracked and measured using artificial intelligence tools.

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