After years of charging for inflight internet on most of its flights, American Airlines is finally making free Wi-Fi a reality for many travelers as the airline begins rolling out the complimentary in-flight connectivity starting today.
American said complimentary Wi-Fi will be available on aircraft equipped with Viasat and Intelsat high-speed satellite connectivity, and the airline has been preparing for this by outfitting hundreds of regional aircraft with satellite Wi-Fi as part of the broader rollout plan. American says that once fully implemented, free Wi-Fi will be available on about 90% of its fleet and as of today, you can expect free Wi-Fi on most of the narrowbody fleet.
American framed this as a customer experience upgrade aimed at helping passengers stay connected for work, messaging, social media, and streaming. As Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer, put it:
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