Opera Software is turning out to be a high flyer. The company just announced an agreement with Thales in-flight entertainment systems to include the Opera browser in one of their new products. TopSeries, the Thales in-flight entertainment system will allow airline passengers to enjoy a full-featured and fast Internet experience nearly all Boeing and Airbus single and twin aisle aircrafts.

Part of the appeal of the Opera browser for airlines is the built-in internationalization features, which include support for Bi-Directional scripts — right to left. This makes it possible to have global deployments in multiple languages. Air India has ordered the Top Series for six Boeing 747-400s and Boeing itself has chosen the TopSeries for the new B787 Dreamliner.
The TopSeries will have a 10.4 inch display for First and Business Class seats and 8.4 inch in Economy Class seats. The touch-screens will have a noise canceling module for high fidelity sound and also lap-top power. Powered by Linux and Opera, passengers will now have the latest in-flight entertainment system with audio and video on demand, High-speed Internet and phone facilities. If only there was a faster way to get from home to the airport, through security, and onto the plane!