FlightPath3D Wins 2026 APEX Best Inflight Entertainment Award for Kids Map
A vibrant, gamified inflight adventure earns top honors for delighting young flyers and delivering value to airlines.
[Long Beach, California, September 1, 2025] – FlightPath3D, the aviation industry’s #1 map provider, is proud to announce that its reimagined Kids Map has won the prestigious 2026 APEX Best Inflight Entertainment Award. This honor celebrates the most impactful inflight entertainment product launched in the past year and Kids Map stood out for turning flying into a colorful, curiosity-fueled experience for children around the globe.
Kids Map was announced as a finalist in mid-August and presented live at the APEX Global Expo in Long Beach, California. After a competitive evaluation process by an expert industry panel, FlightPath3D’s Kids Map was selected as the top inflight entertainment innovation of the year.
“We’re on a mission to guide every flying passenger and to provide maps for every traveler, regardless of age, ability, or device,” said Duncan Jackson, President of FlightPath3D. “Families and kids matter to airlines and are a vital part of the travel journey, so we built the first inflight map that feels like a playground packed with puzzles and badges, designed by parents who know what keeps kids smiling.”
A Magical Map for the Next Generation of Travelers
FlightPath3D’s Kids Map turns the inflight journey into a gamified, interactive adventure capturing young imaginations with a cast of characters and a world of discovery at 35,000 feet.
Key features include:
Colorful, illustrated world where kids explore continents, landmarks and nature
Mini games like memory challenges, puzzles, and animal quizzes
Progress badges to reward completed activities
Flight progress information presented in playful, accessible formats
Physical tie-in options for booklets or amenity kits for screen-to-tactile play
Custom-branded themes allow airlines to tailor the with licensed characters
Why It Matters: Families Are a Priority Segment
For airlines, families represent one of the most influential and loyal passenger segments, with happy kids directly impacting NPS, repeat travel, and onboard satisfaction. Kids Map empowers carriers to deliver a branded, educational experience for younger flyers, while giving parents a moment of calm. The content is fully customizable, allowing airlines to incorporate their brand, imagery, and sponsorships in ways that resonate with traveling families.
“Our goal was to build a fun, discoverable world. Not just entertainment, but something kids could progress through with games and badges,” said Boris Veksler, CEO of FlightPath3D. “I’m so proud of the team who brought this vision to life.”
A year of recognition
This award continues a strong year of industry recognition for FlightPath3D. In April, the company took home multiple wins at the Aircraft Interiors conference in Hamburg, Germany, including top honors from Onboard Hospitality and PAX International. More recently FlightPath3D was named to 2025 Inc. 5000 List.