Gizmodo: internet access

Virgin America Flight Timetables Now Have Wi-Fi Ready Status

Jesus Diaz — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:20:00 EDT

Frankly, airplane Wi-Fi access is overrated. At least compared to Aeroflot's in-flight entertainment. Those who like it, however, can now check what Virgin flights have Wi-Fi before booking. [Virgin via Crunchgear]

Southwest Airlines Testing Satellite Broadband Internet Access For Your Pleasure

Jason Chen — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:54:38 EST

According to their own press release, Southwest is going to be testing in-flight broadband satellite Wi-Fi access so you can check your mail and do all sorts of stuff (though probably not surf porn or talk to someone on Skype). They'll start testing on four planes this summer, with a wider rollout to come whenever they damn well feel like it. [PRNewswire]

American Airlines to Test In-Flight Wi-Fi in 2008

Jason Chen — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:30:56 EDT

Some time in 2008, you may be lucky enough to get on a 767-200 transcontinental American Airlines flight that's testing the AirCell in-flight broadband service. The wireless net access will be available to all classes—yes, even us poor people—for a price. There will be three antennas outside the plane to transmit your 802.11a/b/g "Lolz im on a plane" messages to your buddies. No word on when this will move to widespread deployment. [AA - Thanks Mike]

Qantas Revives In-Flight Internet With Wi-Fi and Ethernet Access

Jason Chen — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:00:40 EDT

Just when most other airlines and airplane manufacturers are removing in-flight internet access, Qantas goes the exact opposite direction (into our hearts) and adds internet access. The A380 and 747-400 planes that will make up their web-enabled fleet will have both Wi-Fi and a charging slot to plug your laptop into. Not much else here in the way of pricing or availability, but expect a lofty surcharge if you want to get a seat with both outlets, an Ethernet port, USB ports, and a 17-inch built-in LCD. Service starts in February 2008, but you'll be getting sub-dialup speeds as everyone clown-cars into a 432kbps connection. [APC Mag]