Overview
- The phased launch starts today on narrowbody and dual‑class regional jets, with free access expected on nearly every American flight by early spring and roughly 90% fleet coverage once complete.
- AT&T is sponsoring the complimentary service, which uses satellite connectivity from Viasat and Intelsat/SES.
- Passengers must log in to the in‑flight portal with an AAdvantage account to use the service, and new members can sign up onboard at no cost.
- Widebodies equipped with Panasonic systems, including many Boeing 777s, will continue to offer paid Wi‑Fi for now, while newly delivered 787‑8 and 787‑9 aircraft with Viasat will provide free access.
- American says it will have more aircraft with free Wi‑Fi than any other carrier; 73% of two‑class regional jets are already upgraded, and narrowbody and dual‑class regional fleets are slated to be fully enabled this month.