Wi-Fi facility will now be available on select domestic flights of Air India. For now, this service will only be available on Airbus A350s, Boeing 787-9s and certain A321neo aircraft. Air India has become the first airline in the country to offer Wi-Fi internet service on domestic flights.
Wi-Fi is free for an introductory period and will be gradually introduced to other aircraft in the fleet over time. In-flight Wi-Fi will allow multiple devices to connect simultaneously above 10,000 feet. This service will depend on factors such as satellite connectivity and government restrictions.
Until now, the Wi-Fi service was provided on international routes as part of a pilot program on the Airbus A350, some Airbus A321neos and the Boeing B787-9. After a successful pilot test, this service is now starting on the domestic route.
Process to access Wi-Fi in 3 steps
After enabling Wi-Fi on the device, select the Air India Wi-Fi network. After selecting the network, the Air India portal will open in the device browser. After filling the details like PNR and last name, you will be able to. access the Internet.
Rajesh Dogra said: I hope people enjoy the service
Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India, said, “Connectivity has become an integral part of modern travel. For some, it’s about the convenience and comfort of real-time sharing, while for others, it’s about increased productivity and efficiency. Whatever the purpose, we are confident that our guests will appreciate the ability to go online and enjoy the new Air India experience on board these aircraft.
Wi-Fi on planes works three ways
Airplane Antenna: Airplanes have a special antenna designed to send and receive data signals. This antenna is usually located on top of the aircraft and connects to cell towers or satellites located on the ground.
Satellite Wi-Fi: With satellite Wi-Fi, the aircraft’s antenna communicates with a satellite above the Earth. These satellites relay data between planes and ground stations. So when a traveler wants to send an email, that data request is transmitted from the plane to the satellite and vice versa.
Air-to-Ground Wi-Fi: In this, the antenna connects to the cell towers located on the ground. These towers are located on the ground, so when the plane moves, its antenna connects to the nearest tower, just like your smartphone connects to a cell tower.