SIA to offer free unlimited Wi-Fi for economy, premium economy class passengers from July

Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers travelling in economy and premium economy class will be able to access free unlimited Wi-Fi from Jul 1, the airline announced on Wednesday. To enjoy the perk, passengers must be a member of SIA's rewards programme KrisFlyer. Registration is free. SIA will be "the first airline to offer free unlimited Wi-Fi to customers across all cabin classes and virtually across the entire aircraft fleet", a company spokesperson told CNA. As of May 1, SIA has 136 passenger aircraft in its fleet. About 95% of SIA's fleet is equipped with inflight connectivity, with the exception of seven Boeing 737-800 planes that are among SIA's oldest aircraft. These seven planes are not Wi-Fi enabled and are slated to be retired in the coming years. Currently, KrisFlyer members travelling in economy and premium economy class are offered two and three hours of free Wi-Fi respectively. Free unlimited Wi-Fi is currently offered to all passengers in Suites, First and Business classes, including non-KrisFlyer members.<br/>