A. Introduction:
Pakistan International Airlines requires economical and indigenous IFE solution for eight (08) airplanes of its Boeing 777 fleet. This requirement is for three (03) 777-200ER, two (02) 777-200LR and three (03) 777-300ER. This may be an upgrade of existing IFE system must be certified for currently installed seats within proposed lead time. Existing IFE system and seating configurations are given below:
Business Class: 35 Seats M/s Avio Interior model EVA/Persus seven (07) abreast 2-3-2 configuration. 10.4” screen size and Passenger Entertainment (PES) and Passenger Service System (PSS) are controlled via remote. AC outlets are available on each seat.
Economy Class: 275, 294 and 358 M/s RECARO model 3410; 318 series with nine (09) abreast 3-3-3 configuration in 200LR, 200ER and 300 ER respectively 9” and 6.4” screen size in seat back and in arm seat respectively, Passenger Entertainment (PES) and Passenger Service System (PSS) are controlled via remote.
In-Flight Entertainment: M/s Panasonic (3000/3000i) from Nose to Tail.
B. Statement of Work:
Statement of work (SOW) for retrofit modification is given below:
1. Required Configuration:
i. Screens:
a) The screen on existing mounting points. Less weight screens will be preferred.
b) Capable of PSS operation for attendant calling and turning Reading Lights On and OFF.
c) Keeping in view Business class passenger comfort, screens should be remotely controlled. Remote controlling for Economy Class screens will
be considered additional value.
d) New screen may be powered from existing aircraft system fulfilling all necessary regulatory requirements.
ii. Overhead Screens:
Overhead Monitors for each zones.
iii. Seats:
Seating configuration will remain same as explained in Para A.
Total Business Class seats = 280
Total Economy Class seats = 2506
iv. Server:
a) Complete Redundant Head end/Core System
b) High Media Storage Capacity,
c) Effective operating & Troubleshooting Crew Interfacing Terminal
d) Integration with aircraft systems for Moving Map Display.
e) Capable of broadcasting auto announcements and turning off the screens In case of emergency e.g. Cabin Decompression.
f) Single Point source for uploading and distribution of content onscreens.
g) Built-in Test for all system LRUS for data logging.
h) Open integration capability as per technology advancement e.g. Passenger Service System (PSS) Passenger Addressing (PA), Landscape Camera feed in seat back screens and Internet connectivity.
v. Software & User Interface (UI):
IFE system provider will also provide operational and User Interface (UI) software as per PIA requirement. Cabin system data base may also be
change if required.
vi. Bring Your Own Device:
Transmitting pre-loaded content on passenger portable devices via Wireless Access Points (WAPs).
2. Spare Support: 10% of hardware to be included as Spares
3. Turnkey Support: One stop shop is preferred
Note: Sample monitor should be available after announcement of successful bidder
Note: IFE system provider shall provide the capability of loading / un-loading of the desired contents in the Server to PIA
Note: Support during installation on aircraft and commissioning phase.
Note: Existing IFE LRUs may remain available to support PAA and PSS (If Required)
The eight Boeing 777 aircraft owned by PIA are:
3 x Boeing 777-200ER (AP-BGJ, AP-BGK & AP-BGL)
2 x Boeing 777-200LR (AP-BGY & AP-BGZ)
3 x Boeing 777-300ER (AP-BHV, AP-BHW & AP-BID)
Info Source:
PIA
Abbas
