In-flight connectivity with Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways has officially introduced in-flight connectivity for the first time.  Four aircraft – three Airbus A330-300s and one Airbus A320 – have been equipped so far.  During the launch phase, Etihad will offer in-flight mobile and tablet connectivity from US$10 and laptop wi-fi from US$20.  Mobile telephone calls will be charged according to the international roaming rates of guests’ mobile network provider.

On the A320, passengers will have full connectivity, enabling them to use their own mobile phones and Smartphones to make and receive phone-calls, send and receive text messages and emails, and access mobile data services.  The A320 is used primarily for short haul routes throughout the Middle East, and some mid-length routes including Athens, Cochin, Bangalore, Istanbul, Minsk, and Mahé in the Seychelles.  The A330-300s are used for long haul destinations across the network, including Casablanca, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Paris and Seoul.

Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways Chief Commercial Officer, said: “The modern traveller is increasingly reliant on mobile devices and the internet, not only to plan travel, but also to stay in touch throughout their journey.  The introduction of these connectivity-enabled aircraft is an exciting first step in Etihad Airways’ long-term strategy to offer in-flight connectivity solutions across our entire fleet of passenger aircraft.” www.etihad.com

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