Forthcode Launches ANiX, an Offline-First AI Intelligence Layer for Aviation
New platform connects passenger intent, airline knowledge, inflight entertainment, crew workflows and commerce to turn AI conversations into intelligent onboard actions
Aviation technology company Forthcode has announced the launch of ANiX, an AI intelligence layer designed specifically for aviation, connecting passenger intent, airline knowledge, onboard systems, crew workflows and commerce within a single intelligent environment.
ANiX was unveiled at ForsaTEK 2026 in Dubai on 21–22 September, where Forthcode demonstrated one of its first major applications: bringing AI directly into the aircraft cabin through inflight entertainment.
Unlike conventional consumer AI that relies heavily on continuous cloud connectivity, ANiX has been developed around the realities of aviation. Its offline-first architecture enables selected AI capabilities to continue operating at 35,000 feet when connectivity may be intermittent, expensive or unavailable.
Through an ANiX-enabled IFE system, passengers can interact conversationally with airline content and services. They could ask which onboard meal is vegan, request a movie suitable for a child, discover duty-free products or seek destination recommendations during a stopover.
ANiX can use airline-approved information across entertainment, meals, retail, destinations and onboard services to provide relevant responses. Where systems are integrated, that passenger intent can also be passed into crew applications, onboard inventory, catering or commerce systems, moving AI beyond simply answering questions towards helping airlines act on passenger requests.
Ajith Balakumar, CEO of Forthcode (pictured), said:
“AI in aviation needs to do much more than answer questions. The real opportunity is connecting passenger intent with the systems, knowledge and people capable of acting on it. We want to move from AI that talks to AI that understands context and enables action, including in an environment where continuous connectivity cannot be taken for granted.”
The ForsaTEK demonstration builds on Forthcode’s work through the Emirates Aviation X Lab ecosystem and collaboration with aviation technology partners including Thales and Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, bringing together inflight entertainment, connected-cabin technology, crew applications, catering intelligence and offline AI.
The initial cabin showcase is the first stage of a broader vision for ANiX, with Forthcode ultimately aiming to create an intelligence layer spanning passenger experience, crew operations, commerce and airline operational systems.
About Forthcode
Forthcode is an aviation technology company developing intelligent software for airlines across inflight commerce, catering, crew and ground operations, passenger engagement and artificial intelligence. Its solutions help airlines improve operational efficiency, ancillary revenue and the customer experience.
ANiX – The Intelligence Layer for Aviation.
From passenger intent to intelligent action, even at 35,000 feet.
