Air India now offers Wi-Fi on its Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9, and some A321neo aircraft, making it the first Indian airline to provide in-flight Wi-Fi on domestic flights. Complimentary for an introductory period, the service allows passengers to browse, use social media, and work while in the air. The service will expand to other aircraft gradually.
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