United to become first U.S. airline to provide Internet on intercontinental flights . Wi-Fi is already available on many domestic flights but is constrained by geography . The new service will allow passengers to access the Web from any seat in a row, and it should be able to reach more people than current in-flight WiFi systems.
United to become first U.S. airline to provide Internet on intercontinental flights . Wi-Fi is already available on many domestic flights but is constrained by geography . United is installing satellite-based Internet on its planes , a more expensive option .