The benefits of portable in-flight entertainment systems

Portable in-flight entertainment systems such as the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) are becoming more and more popular amongst airlines for a number of compelling reasons:

1. Portable IFE devices are a much cheaper alternative to expensive embedded systems which can cost millions of dollars per aircraft to install.

2. In-flight revenue generation can be boosted significantly by renting  portable IFE systems to passengers. If cabin crew are effectively incentivised every PSP system onboard should be easily rented out to passengers on every flight.

3. The Sony PSP is already familiar to millions of people, and for those who use different consoles or handheld gaming devices, the controls will be intuitive.  

4.  The PSP can be offered as a complimentary extra to first and business class passengers.  

5. The PSP is the lightest portable IFE system on the market at just 186 grams per unit. This is a vital benefit with weight an increasingly important issue for all airlines.

6. Thanks to an extended battery life of up to 11 hours, the PSP will last for the entire duration of the vast majority of fights without needing to be recharged. When they do need recharging, up to 96 PSPs can be charged in just 3 hours.

7. The PSP is a very flexible entertainment system which can be used for watching movies and TV shows, listening to audio channels and playing great PSP games. When it comes to gaming onboard an aircraft, no other handheld IFE system comes close.

8. Portable IFE devices such as the PSP can be branded in line with an airline’s corporate identity.

9. The PSP is easy to use and hold. It has also also been specifically designed to rest comfortably on a seat-back tray to allow passengers to enjoy movies and TV shows.

10. Passengers will remember your airline if you offer a PSP onboard.  Having a memorable in-flight entertainment experience will help to set your airline apart from your competitors.

See how portable in-flight entertainment can improve your passenger experience by contacting IFE Services.