# In-Flight Connectivity Upgrades AT&T is Bringing 4G LTE to Commercial Planes Starting Late 2015 By Jennifer Paul | Published 2014-05-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/att References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2014/04/28/at-t-4g-lte-flights/) & [att](http://www.att.com) If you are worried some the connectivity of your WiFi on your flight you will not have to worry much longer, thanks to AT&T. It will be bringing its high-speed 4G LTE connection to commercial planes, hopefully by late 2015. This would mean much faster connection and much happier in-flight customers trying to handle some last minute arrangements over email. This is part of the effort to make wireless connectivity a much more reliable service while flying. AT&T announced that it has plans to extend its WiFi network within the airline industry. It says it wants to help people with their connectivity issues and to create a better overall experience for travelers. If this comes true, people will be able to do much more work while flying, not to mention be much more relaxed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **In-flight 4G LTE Connectivity:** Brands can innovate by partnering up to upgrade in-flight internet access with 4G LTE connectivity. - **Extending Wi-fi Networks:** Tech companies can capitalize on the demand for Wi-Fi networks by extending connectivity options within the airline industry. - **Reliable Airline Connectivity:** Companies that develop innovative satellite-based connectivity solutions have the opportunity to improve the reliability and quality of in-flight Wi-Fi services. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Aerospace:** Aerospace companies can develop new products and services that incorporate reliable, high-speed in-flight connectivity options. - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies can work with airlines to expand network coverage and capacity, and create equitable pricing models for in-flight Wi-Fi access. - **Travel:** Airline companies can enhance the travel experience for passengers with high-speed Wi-Fi options, providing even more value beyond core offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-inflight-wi.md) - [Free On-Board Wifi Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-air-lines.md) - [Satellite-Powered In-Flight WiFi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-airlines-and-starlink.md) - [Fast Airline Wi-Fi Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroplan-members1.md) - [Airline Wi-Fi Advancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-7878-aircraft.md) - [In-Flight Wi-Fi Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/china-airlines1.md) - [Internet Service-Enhanced In-Flight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflight-experiences.md) - [In-Flight Entertainment Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-airlines.md) - [Complimentary Airplane WiFi Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-airways-and-starlink.md)