Passengers can now surf the Internet while flying.

(NLDO)- From August 5, Vietnam Airlines officially tested Internet service on planes.

In the first phase, the service is deployed on Airbus A350 wide-body aircraft equipped with Viasat (USA) satellite internet connection system, in cooperation with partner VNPT . The technology allows passengers to access the network with stable and safe speed, similar to some 5-star international airlines.

Internet connection on the plane

On international flights, passengers can choose from three data packages: Unlimited texting package (5 USD/flight), one-hour web browsing package (10 USD) and unlimited web browsing package (20 USD/flight). Business class passengers are given free web browsing package for the entire flight; all passengers are given an additional 15 minutes of free texting via Zalo, Viber, WhatsApp, etc.

For domestic flights, the payment system is being completed and will be deployed for service sales soon.

Vietnam Airlines Deputy General Director Dang Anh Tuan said that bringing Internet on board not only improves customer experience but also creates a competitive advantage, helping the airline expand its global presence and realize the goals of Resolution 57 of the Politburo on promoting science, technology and innovation.

Flight attendants guide passengers to connect to the internet on the flight

Vietnam Airlines aims to continue expanding Internet services on other aircraft types, diversifying access packages and payment methods, and taking a pioneering role in applying new technologies, contributing to national competitiveness.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/hanh-khach-da-co-the-luot-internet-khi-dang-bay-19625080520200047.htm