Passengers Can Access To Wifi In Domestic and International Vietnam Airlines’ Flights

Vietnam Airlines, a national flag carrier of Vietnam, has recently announced its partnership with Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) to facilitate InFlight Connectivity (IFC), expectedly operating in certain domestic and international flight routes to the United States, the European countries, etc from 2025.

With the new service, passengers can enjoy a stable Internet connection, known as cutting-edge technology with 60 Mbps high-speed, enabling them to send messages, listen to podcasts, or watch their favorite TV shows on board. This project is believed to help the airline enhance its customers’ overall satisfaction as they can unwind stresses and even do business productively while above the ground.

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According to Mr Dang Ngoc Hoa, the chairman of Vietnam Airlines, IFC is one of the key competencies to achieve its digital transformation goals in this day and age, contributing to competitiveness with other airlines on a global scale. 

At the moment, there are more than 1.000 commercial planes in the world incorporating IFC, and this number is set to increase rapidly to 24.000 planes in 2035. Some of the renowned international airlines that have served this service are Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, American Airlines, Air France, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, etc.

Accordingly, Vietnam Airlines plans to deploy IFC according to the following roadmap:

• In 2025: International flights to the US, Europe, and some domestic flights

• In 2026: Remaining flights