Lufthansa re-launches in-flight internet

LUFTHANSA passengers, who were disappointed when the technically successful Boeing Connexion system was withdrawn at the end of 2006, can fret no more.  In partnership with Panasonic it is being re-launched from the middle of next year with a full high speed service.  In addition, the new service will permit in-flight data transfer.  Lufthansa passengers will not only have WLAN internet access but will also be able to send SMS messages by mobile phone and transfer data via smartphones such as PDA, iPhone or BlackBerry devices.  In the United States VIRGIN AMERICA is to offer its WI-FI system for free for the holiday period 10 November until 15 January. www.virginamerica.com www.lufthansa.com

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