Wifi In The Skies: The Long Wait For Sa Airlines
In-flight connectivity has become a standard feature on many global airlines, allowing passengers to stay connected in the air.
However, domestic airline passengers might have to wait a little longer before this becomes a reality in South African aviation.
The current landscape'Yes, absolutely,' says Kirby Gordon , Chief Marketing Officer of FlySafair, when asked whether South African airlines would eventually offer WiFi.
We believe its something thats ultimately bound to happen with newer technologies entering the market, but its a little hard to determine exactly how long it will take, given some of the hurdles that need to be overcome.
Gordon attributes the challenges to high costs, regulatory approvals, and whether such a service makes sense for South Africa's relatively short domestic flights.