WiFi In the Clouds

While WiFi on domestic flights is becoming common, international connectivity is still pretty rare.  However, some companies are trying to change that.  After all, what else is there to do on  long flights?

Qantas Airline, a carrier from Australia, has started testing in-flight WiFi in flights between Australia and the U.S.  For 8 weeks, Qantas will be testing wireless internet on the 14-hour flights between Los Angeles on 6 of their Airbus A380 aircraft.  Right now this service is free, but only for the first and business class customers.

GoGo has been keeping domestic travelers connected, and is now partnering with Inmarsat to bring Global Express Satellite service to its customers.  Starting in 2013, 50Mb/s speeds will be at your fingertips in some regions.  This service will be going worldwide in 2014.

Let us know how great our blog looks at 30,000 feet if you get a chance to try these new wifi services.