American Airlines is delivering what customers have been asking for: free, high-speed Wi-Fi and on more aircraft than any other carrier in the world. Beginning this month, AAdvantage® members will enjoy free high-speed, satellite-based Wi-Fi¹ across more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year, sponsored by AT&T.
To make this possible across one of the world’s largest airline networks, the rollout will happen in phases. Starting in January, free high-speed Wi-Fi will begin rolling out across 100% of our narrowbody and dual-class regional fleets, and by early spring, it will be available on nearly every American Airlines flight.
Easy access at 35,000 feet
Accessing free Wi-Fi is easy through the upgraded aainflight.com portal. Customers can simply log in using their AAdvantage® number and password, then select “Free Wi-Fi” to start browsing. The new portal is designed for speed, reliability and simplicity, making it effortless to stay connected in flight.
Not an AAdvantage® member yet? Joining is free and easy — sign up before your trip at aa.com or right from your seat during your flight at aainflight.com. Membership in our industry-leading loyalty program unlocks more than just Wi-Fi. Members can enjoy benefits like priority boarding, earning miles toward elite status and redeeming miles for award travel, upgrades and vacation packages.
- 100% of American’s narrowbody and dual-class regional fleets will offer free, high-speed Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T, for all AAdvantage® members.
- American’s new Boeing 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft will also feature free Wi-Fi. Once rollout is complete, American will offer free Wi-Fi on more aircraft than any other airline in the world.
A partnership built for connection
As a long-standing AT&T business customer, American found a natural opportunity to join forces with AT&T. Both brands share a belief that people should be able to stay connected anywhere, anytime — even at 35,000 feet.
Leading the industry in high-speed Wi-Fi coverage
American has invested for more than a decade to deliver one of the most expansive inflight connectivity networks. The airline has long been a leader in inflight connectivity, beginning with air-to-ground innovation in the mid-2000s.
But the airline isn’t done innovating the onboard journey. Today:
- American has more satellite-equipped Wi-Fi aircraft than any other carrier in the world.
- More than 900 mainline aircraft are equipped with high-speed satellite Wi-Fi connectivity through Viasat or Intelsat.
- American was the first U.S. airline to offer streaming capabilities across 100% of its mainline fleet.
As American looks ahead, free Wi-Fi creates the foundation for future innovations in personalization, digital service and a more seamless, premium travel experience.
1Complimentary inflight Wi-Fi will be powered by Viasat and Intelsat.