Justin Good — April 3, 2007 — Tech
References: online.wsj & consumerist
Starting early next year, United States airlines will begin to offer WiFi in airplane cabins. "Carriers are expected to start making announcements around the end of the summer." The company that will be installing the equipment "on airliners that will act as a WiFi hotspot in the cabin is called AirCell. The speed of the WiFi service will be "similar to WiFi on the ground" and the cost of this service will be less than $10 dollars.
Trend Themes
1. In-flight Connectivity - Opportunity for in-flight internet service providers to offer seamless and reliable connectivity solutions for airlines.
2. Affordable Wifi - Opportunity for service providers to reduce costs and make internet access affordable for airline passengers.
3. Personalized Entertainment - Opportunity for airlines to provide tailored entertainment options to passengers through in-flight WiFi.
Industry Implications
1. Aerospace - Opportunity for aerospace companies to integrate high-speed WiFi into their planes for a competitive advantage.
2. Telecommunications - Opportunity for communication companies to expand their service offerings to provide reliable in-flight internet connectivity.
3. Entertainment - Opportunity for entertainment companies to partner with airlines to offer personalized in-flight entertainment options through WiFi.
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