Beginning this month, AAdvantage® members will enjoy free high-speed, satellite-based Wi-Fi¹ across more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year, sponsored by AT&T.
American AirlinesAmerican Airlines is delivering what customers have been asking for: free, high-speed Wi-Fi and on more aircraft than any other carrier in the world. Beginning this month, AAdvantage® members will enjoy free high-speed, satellite-based Wi-Fi¹ across more than 2 million American Airlines flights a year, sponsored by AT&T.
“As American celebrates 100 years of delivering industry firsts, including the first loyalty program and first airport lounge, we’re setting the standard for connectivity in the skies,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “Free high-speed Wi-Fi isn’t just a perk — it’s essential for today’s travelers. That’s why we’re proud to begin rolling out this new offering, sponsored by AT&T, across the majority of our fleet. Once roll out is completed, every AAdvantage® member can stay connected, stream and share almost anywhere their journey takes them for free.”
To make this possible across one of the world’s largest airline networks, the rollout will happen in phases. Starting in January, free high-speed Wi-Fi will begin rolling out across 100% of our narrowbody and dual-class regional fleets, and by early spring, it will be available on nearly every American Airlines flight.
Easy access at 35,000 feet
Accessing free Wi-Fi is easy through the upgraded aainflight.com portal. Customers can simply log in using their AAdvantage® number and password, then select “Free Wi-Fi” to start browsing. The new portal is designed for speed, reliability and simplicity, making it effortless to stay connected in flight.
Not an AAdvantage® member yet? Joining is free and easy — sign up before your trip at aa.com or right from your seat during your flight at aainflight.com. Membership in our industry-leading loyalty program unlocks more than just Wi-Fi. Members can enjoy benefits like priority boarding, earning miles toward elite status and redeeming miles for award travel, upgrades and vacation packages.
Free Wi-Fi by the numbers
- 100% of American’s narrowbody and dual-class regional fleets will offer free, high-speed Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T, for all AAdvantage® members.
- American’s new Boeing 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft will also feature free Wi-Fi. Once rollout is complete, American will offer free Wi-Fi on more aircraft than any other airline in the world.
A partnership built for connection
As a long-standing AT&T business customer, American found a natural opportunity to join forces with AT&T. Both brands share a belief that people should be able to stay connected anywhere, anytime — even at 35,000 feet.
“At AT&T, connecting changes everything,” said Jenifer Robertson, AT&T’s EVP and GM for Mass Markets. “By sponsoring free inflight Wi-Fi for American Airlines AAdvantage® members, we’re making it easier for people to stay productive, entertained and in touch from takeoff to landing. We’re proud to support this experience for AAdvantage® members, helping redefine what it means to travel connected, all courtesy of America’s best, fastest and most reliable network.”
Leading the industry in high-speed Wi-Fi coverage
American has invested for more than a decade to deliver one of the most expansive inflight connectivity networks. The airline has long been a leader in inflight connectivity, beginning with air-to-ground innovation in the mid-2000s.
But the airline isn’t done innovating the onboard journey. Today:
- American has more satellite-equipped Wi-Fi aircraft than any other carrier in the world.
- More than 900 mainline aircraft are equipped with high-speed satellite Wi-Fi connectivity through Viasat or Intelsat.
- American was the first U.S. airline to offer streaming capabilities across 100% of its mainline fleet.
As American looks ahead, free Wi-Fi creates the foundation for future innovations in personalization, digital service and a more seamless, premium travel experience.
1Complimentary inflight Wi-Fi will be powered by Viasat and Intelsat.
About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL)
American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200 million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000 aviation professionals, American’s team lives out the airline’s purpose of caring for people on life’s journey every day.
The world’s largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026, reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever ForwardSM spirit that changed the industry and the world. American introduced the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and the first airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer experience today. The airline is also a founding member of the oneworld alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe.
Get the latest about American at news.aa.com and @AmericanAir.
About AT&T
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.
Source: American Airlines
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