Continental goes Gogo
Continental Airlines has announced that from the second quarter of 2010 it will offer Gogo inflight internet service on its fleet of 21 Boeing 757-300s that primarily serve domestic routes.
"We've been closely watching technology developments to offer onboard connectivity for our customers," said Mark Bergsrud, Continental's senior vice-president of marketing programmes. "We are excited to be able to offer our customers internet service, giving them the ability to connect to colleagues, friends and family and work, learn and play while flying."
The Gogo service will provide customers full internet access on their own standard, Wi-Fi equipped laptop or personal electronic device (PED) at speeds similar to wireless mobile broadband services on the ground. Customers will be able to sign up and log in once the aircraft reaches 10,000 feet. The Gogo system, powered by the Aircell Network and available in the continental US, will be available to customers at a cost from $4.95 and upwards, based on the length of flight.
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