Qantas, an Australian airline announced that it will be launching a super-fast free wifi on board some of its domestic flights in 2017. The company claims its internet speed is 10 times faster than the average on-board wifi.
“The sheer size of the Australian landmass creates some significant challenges for inflight connectivity but the recent launch of [the National Broadband Network’s] satellite has opened up new opportunities that we plan to take advantage of with ViaSat’s help,” Qantas CEO Alan Joyce said in the statement.
The spokesperson also said that the company is also considering introducing the service to Jetstar, the company’s low cost operator. Qantas has partnered with ViaSat, a broadband service provider, who will help in connecting the aircraft and the internet via satellite and ground stations.
