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Jan 6 (Reuters) -American Airlinessaid on Tuesday it would launch free in-flight Wi-Fi in partnership with telecom firmAT&Tfor customers enrolled in the carrier’s loyalty program.
Airlines are increasingly competing on free onboard internet access as they vie for loyalty-driven customers.
"Free high-speed Wi-Fi isn’t just a perk — it’s essential for today’s travelers," Heather Garboden, chief customer officer ofAmerican Airlines, said in a statement.
In 2023,Delta Air Linesbecame the first major U.S. carrier to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi in partnership withT-Mobile. In 2025,United Airlinespartnered with Elon Musk’s Starlink for in-flight internet services.
American Airlines said the rollout of Wi-Fi would begin in January and be available on nearly all of its flights by early spring.