Air India has created history, it has now become the first airline in India to provide in-flight internet connectivity, through which you will be able to use the internet even at an altitude of 35000 feet. This is a big achievement for the airline industry, which will make the journey of the passenger even better.
Air India airlines have now counted among the airlines which are providing on-board Wi-Fi. Before this, world airlines like Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa provided on-board Wi-Fi.
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A Milestone for Indian Aviation
Air India’s internet service, which is powered by satellite-based high-speed broadband technology, will provide passengers with streaming, browse, and connectivity throughout the flight.
This service will first be used on long-haul, international routes, flights to the United States, Europe, or Australia, and then it will be used on the domestic transport.
Key Features:
- High-Speed Wi-Fi for browsing, email, and video streaming
- Multiple Plans ranging from free messaging packs to premium data bundles
- Seamless Coverage from gate-to-gate, including oceanic airspace.
Passenger Reactions
Early trials on Air India’s Delhi–New York and Mumbai–London routes received enthusiastic feedback.
- Business travelers praised the ability to work mid-flight.
- Leisure travelers welcomed the chance to stream movies and stay active on social media.
One passenger shared on X (formerly Twitter):
“Flying with Air India just got smarter. I sent work emails at 35,000 feet without a glitch—finally catching up with the rest of the world!”.
What’s Next?
Air India plans to extend Wi-Fi to its entire wide-body fleet within the next 12 months and later introduce the service on select Airbus A321XLRs for long-range domestic and regional flights.
CEO Campbell Wilson confirmed:
“Connectivity is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Our vision is to make Air India the airline of choice for modern travelers, and in-flight Wi-Fi is a critical step in that journey.”
Challenges Ahead
While the rollout is promising, experts highlight challenges such as:
- High costs of satellite bandwidth
- Pricing strategy for Indian passengers, who are highly price-sensitive
- Technical consistency, especially during weather disruptions
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