Major airline is introducing free and ‘essential’ in-flight Wi-Fi for millions of travelers

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American Airlines travelerswill soon be able to browse, stream and work online for free on most flights.

Beginning this month, AAdvantage members can access freesatellite-based Wi-Fion more than 2 million American Airlines flights this year, the airline announced.

The Wi-Fi service is sponsored by telecommunications company AT&T.

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The rollout will happen in phases, starting with its narrowbody and dual-class regional fleets, the company said.

By the spring,the airline expectsfree high-speed Wi-Fi to be available on nearly every flight.

American Airlines passenger jet flying through a partly cloudy blue sky.

The service is being rolled out in partnership with AT&T.(iStock)

The airline said the move reflects years of investment into connectivity on flights as demand from travelers continues to grow.

“Free high-speed Wi-Fi isn’t just a perk — it’s essential for today’s travelers,” said Heather Garboden, American Airlines’ chief customer officer in a statement.

AT&T said.

Passenger wearing headphones and using a smartphone while seated in an airplane cabin.

The airline plans to expand free high-speed Wi-Fi to nearly all flights by the spring.(iStock)

To access the free Wi-Fi, passengers must be AAdvantage members.

The airline’s loyalty program isfree to join.

Man using a laptop while seated in an airplane cabin during a flight.

The free Wi-Fi is available to AAdvantage members, and enrollment in the loyalty program is free.(iStock)

United Airlines offers Wi-Fi on most flights, with standard access costing $8 for MileagePlus members and $10 for other passengers on many domestic routes, according to the airline’s website.

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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on most flights, presented by T-Mobile — though coverage may vary, the airline’s website says.

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