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July 16, 2010
Could free Wi-Fi hit the skies?
NEW YORK (AP) — Travelers used to getting a free wireless Internet connection on land aren't willing to pay for one at 30,000 feet.
Wireless Internet service on airlines hasn't caught on, mostly because of the price. Travelers already paying $25 to check a bag and $20 for a roomier seat don't want to fork over $5 or more for Wi-Fi unless it's necessary. They're saving their Web surfing for solid ground, where “hot spots”`offer the service at no charge.
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