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American Airlines to Offer Free High-Speed Wi-Fi for Loyalty Members Starting January 2026

The airline becomes the last major U.S. carrier to provide complimentary in-flight internet, covering 90% of its fleet through partnerships with AT&T, Intelsat, and Viasat.

Overview

  • American Airlines will launch free high-speed Wi-Fi for members of its AAdvantage loyalty program beginning January 2026.
  • The service will be available on approximately 90% of the airline's fleet, including most regional jets, with some older wide-body aircraft excluded.
  • AT&T will sponsor the complimentary internet, offsetting installation costs, while Intelsat and Viasat will provide the satellite connectivity.
  • Preliminary testing on select routes showed the Wi-Fi service exceeded performance expectations, according to the airline.
  • With this announcement, American Airlines joins Delta and United in offering free in-flight Wi-Fi, completing the trend among the largest U.S. carriers.

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