United Airlines launches inflight internet promotion

United Airlines has launched a promotion to encourage use of its inflight internet service.

The 'try before you buy' scheme will offer a free session for first-time users of Aircell's Gogo Inflight Internet facility when they create a new account.

Passengers on United Airlines' transcontinental premium service (p.s.) flights between New York and its hubs in Los Angeles and San Francisco will be able to take advantage of the special offer until December 31st.

The service allows users of smartphones, laptops and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices to send and receive instant messages, surf the internet, check email accounts and access virtual private networks.

Allen Will, the carrier's managing director of strategic aircraft programs, said: "Gogo Inflight Internet service on our p.s. flights provides our customers with an even more productive and enjoyable travel experience.

"With Gogo Inflight Internet and an AC power port at every seat, p.s. customers will get more accomplished in the air this holiday season, leaving time for more holiday cheer on the ground."

United Airlines operates flights to more than 200 destinations in the US and around the world from its hubs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver and Washington.

Posted by Teddie, 24 November 2009 11:13

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