JAL introduces “JAL SKY Wi-Fi” on select domestic routes

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Japan Airlines (JAL) will be the first Japanese airline to introduce the in-flight Internet service (JAL SKY Wi-Fi) on domestic routes.

Japan Airlines (JAL) will be the first Japanese airline to introduce the in-flight Internet service (JAL SKY Wi-Fi) on domestic routes. This new service will be onboard the revamped aircraft-JAL SKY NEXT, operated between Tokyo (Haneda) and Osaka (Itami), and Fukuoka as well as Hakodate from July 23, 2014.

Under the theme of “A standard that’s a step ahead,” in addition to the introduction of new cabin interiors, the new in-flight Internet service will support onboard passengers to have seamless connectivity with the ground. JAL SKY Wi-Fi will be progressively expanded to 77 domestic aircraft including JAL’s Boeing 777s, 767s and 737s through FY2016.

The launch date starts from July 23, 2014 and is initially available on
Selected flights on Haneda=Itami, Haneda=Fukuoka, and Haneda=Hakodate
Selected flights on Haneda=Sapporo (New Chitose), starting August 2.

In-flight entertainment (free service)

Rich video content, including sport, gourmet, music and animation is delivered free through the onboard Wi-Fi network. Passengers can enjoy them through their own wireless LAN capable device in addition to check flight information and the JAL website free of charge.

In-flight internet (paid service)

JAL will be the first Japanese airline to provide in-flight internet service on domestic routes by using the satellite connectivity service of the U. S. company gogo. Customers will be able to use the internet and email through their own wireless LAN capable devices, including smartphones, tablets and notebook computers.

A half hour plan sells for: JPY 400/30 minutes

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