AirTran goes wireless

AIRTRAN AIRWAYS, the American low cost carrier based in Orlando, has made the claim that it is the first significant airline to equip its whole fleet with Wi-Fi.  AirTran operates 86 Boeing 717s (aka MD95) and 50 Boeing 737-700.  The airline's major hub its at Atlanta.  The Gogo inflight internet works in a similar fashion to other systems with the cost starting at US$5.95 for flights of up to 1hr 30mins.  The aircraft are two-class and all passengers gain free use of a 100-channel digital radio system.  Complimentary cocktails are offered to those in the premier section and free soft drinks are available to all. www.airtran.com

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