Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Singapore Airlines officially launches in-flight Wi-Fi and mobile services
Singapore Airlines has fitted 14 of its aircraft, used on its longest international routes, with in-flight connectivity for passengers who wish to use their smartphones and other devices. It's great news if you're the type that wants to constantly stay connected over long distances, but will it be great for others if phone calls are permitted?
Singapore Airlines has installed Wi-Fi service provided by OnAir on its A340-500 aircraft used between Singapore and Newark and Los Angeles. The airline will continue to roll out the technology to additional long-haul aircraft including the A380 and Boeing 777-300ER over the next couple of years, according to an airline press release. Singapore Airlines' venture into in-flight Wi-Fi includes a hint that in-flight calls would be allowed for mobile phone users, at least in some markets.
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