American Airlines plans to introduce free inflight wifi for AAdvantage loyalty members starting January 2026, following a collaboration with AT&T.
The airline claims that 90pc of its fleet, equating to over twom flights each year, will be equipped with Viasat and Intelsat high-speed satellite connectivity.
A limited-time wifi test on selected routes exceeded performance expectations, confirming service viability prior to wider launch.
American Airlines aims to equip more than 500 regional aircraft with high-speed wifi by the end of 2025, declaring a lead in offering this amenity among domestic carriers.
Delta was the first among the major US airlines to offer free inflight wifi on transatlantic routes, with United Airlines and Qatar Airways also advancing similar initiatives.
