Air India has announced the introduction of in-flight Wi-Fi services on its domestic and international flights. This service is available on various aircraft, including Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9, and select Airbus A321neo. With this development, Air India becomes the first airline to provide in-flight Wi-Fi internet connectivity on flights within India.
Passengers on Air India flights can use this service to stay connected and access social media and messaging applications. Wi-Fi is accessible on devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones running iOS or Android operating systems. Additionally, passengers can connect multiple devices simultaneously when above 10,000 feet.
The rollout of Wi-Fi on domestic routes follows a pilot program on international flights using Airbus A350, select Airbus A321 neo, and Boeing B787-9 aircraft serving destinations such as New York, London, Paris, and Singapore. During an introductory period, Wi-Fi service is complimentary.
Air India has indicated that it plans to progressively introduce Wi-Fi services on additional aircraft in its fleet over time. However, the airline also noted that in-flight Wi-Fi connections are influenced by factors such as satellite connectivity, overall bandwidth usage, flight routes, and government regulations.
To connect to the Wi-Fi, passengers need to enable Wi-Fi, select the ‘Air India Wi-Fi’ network, and enter their PNR and last name on the portal.
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