Air India Becomes First Indian Airline To Offer Free In-Flight Wi-Fi: Know How To Connect (Image:X/airindia)
Tata-owned Air India has just announced today that it will offer free in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity on its domestic flights. This makes Air India the first Indian airline to provide this service.
The Wi-Fi service will be available on all domestic flights, and passengers can use it on their smartphones, laptops, and tablets, regardless of whether they have Android or iOS systems.
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To access the Wi-Fi, passengers just need to follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Enable Wi-Fi on your device.
Step 2: Select the Air India Wi-Fi network from your device’s Wi-Fi settings.
Step 3: You’ll be redirected to the Air India portal in your browser.
Step 4: Enter your PNR and last name to access the Wi-Fi.
You can now browse the internet, check your emails, or stay connected with friends and family on social media.
The airline currently provides Wi-Fi connectivity on its Airbus A350, select Airbus A321neo, and Boeing B787-9 aircraft during long-haul flights.
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Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Air India, said: “Connectivity is now an integral part of modern travel. For some, it is about the convenience and comfort of real-time sharing, while for others, it is about greater productivity and efficiency. Whatever one’s purpose, we are confident that our guests will appreciate having the option of connecting to the web and enjoying the new Air India experience on board these aircraft.”
It’s worth noting that the Wi-Fi service will depend on satellite connectivity and bandwidth usage. Additionally, the service will be available under relevant government restrictions.
Air India also plans to roll out this service on other aircraft in its fleet over time. For now, passengers on domestic flights can enjoy this convenient and free service.
