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"The robot is built using the Pepper companion robot, IBM Watson's artificial intelligence systems for natural language, and Panasonic's in-flight data and displays, along with Here Maps indoor navigational data. It isn't just for in-flight use. The robot can check in passengers at the gate, scan their tickets, and then circulate in a plane or wait at the end of a flight to tell passengers - in their own language - which gate they need to go to for a connecting flight."

KLM worked with a DJ to create an Amsterdam-to-Miami dance party flight. The flight sold out in 5 hours. Even the TileYourself execution is smart and very local.

The company, which offers deals to those with high "Klout scores," is offering those with a 55 or above to qualify for a one-day pass to American Airlines' Admirals Club in 40 different airports -- regardless of whether they're booked on one of the carrier's flights. Admission includes first-class benefits like free Wi-Fi and beer.

Goofy as shit but quite clever. Demonstrates how easy it is to use Kayak.

malaysian airline lets people choose people they want to sit next to. similar to the KLM and air France Bluenity social network. book and arrange a flight through facebook app

delta offering free access to shop amazon.

 free in-flight Wi-Fi for passengers - so long as they're using it to access e-commerce giant Amazon.

Robotic butterfly... its purdy

thought-controlled gaming, either concentrate or relax, electrode in headset reads brainwaves daily 7.6

Jet gets 30 mins flight time and is fuled by regular gasoline.  No pilot's license is required. The pilot must weigh between 140-240lbs.COST: $86,000 Interesting note:  The FAA is developing 3D highway maps of Highways in the sky, not ready for 10 yrs but will help with personal aircraft travel.

Dreams of Flight, their latest in the GE Show series, asks both kids and actual aviation experts what the future of flying might look like. Surprisingly, there are some similarities in their answers, thanks to new developments that GE has in the works.