# Connectivity-Focused Comercial Planes American Airlines is Updating Its In-Plane Wifi System By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-06-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inplane-wifi References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/06/16/american-airlines-satellite-wifi-mainline-fleet/) & [aa](https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/experience/entertainment/wi-fi-and-connectivity.jsp) [American Airlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-inflight-wi) will be offering in-plane wifi throughout its mainline fleet. It will be deploying new satellite-based internet access to over 700 aircraft, most of which fly domestic routes. Passengers will either have one of two connection systems -- the first bing [Gogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rca) 2Ku, and the second being ViaSat Ka. Both of the in-plane wifi options will provide a better connection than gound solutions, which were previously in use. The airline started using satellite broadband wifi for its widebody aircraft approximately a year ago. American Airlines will also offer power outlets to each seat for its mainline, as well as two-class regional fleets. Tablet holders will also be added to American Airlines' narrowbody fleet. The company is looking to integrate technology to provide better [inflight entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-aircraft-interior) to its passengers. Image Credit: American Airlines ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **In-plane Wifi:** The trend of in-plane wifi systems installation to domestic flights which provide better internet connection than ground solutions. - **Satellite-based Internet Access:** The trend of using satellite-based internet access on commercial planes, providing better internet connectivity to passengers, particularly on domestic flights. - **Integrating Technology for Better Inflight Experience:** The trend of integrating technology into inflight entertainment system, providing a better inflight experience for passengers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Commercial Airline:** Commercial airlines can take advantage of the trend to integrate technology and improve their inflight entertainment systems, providing better customer satisfaction. - **Inflight Entertainment:** Inflight entertainment industry can leverage the trend of integrating technology to provide better entertainment options for passengers, such as in-seat tablets and high-speed internet access. - **Satellite Broadband:** Satellite broadband industry can offer their services to commercial airlines that are looking to provide high-speed internet access to their passengers on domestic flights. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-inflight-wi.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) - [Fast Airline Wi-Fi Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroplan-members1.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) - [Complimentary Airplane WiFi Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-airways-and-starlink.md) - [Airline Premium Display Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics.md) - [In-Flight Entertainment Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-airlines.md)