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Inflight WiFi Hits a Tipping Point: 7 In 10 Airlines Are Now Connected Though Low-Cost Carriers Lag
SOURCE: AEROSPACE GLOBAL NEWS, 1/13

In-flight connectivity (IFC) has moved decisively from “nice to have” to core cabin infrastructure, according to a new global benchmark from Moment.

The Paris-based passenger-experience specialist says seven out of 10 airlines worldwide now offer WiFi onboard, marking what it describes as a maturity phase for the sector.

A shift in passenger expectations reinforces this trend. The company cites a Viasat survey from 2024, which found that 80% of travellers consider in-flight WiFi as essential as seat comfort and schedule reliability when valuing an airline’s service.

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