Emirates is offering the world’s first in-flight mobile phone service onboard an A380 aircraft, setting yet another record for in-flight communications. In partnership with OnAir, connectivity partner of Emirates, passengers aboard Emirates’ A380 aircraft will now be able to stay connected via phone calls or through the mobile data link on their personal devices.
The service is in addition to the OnAir WiFi service already available on Emirates A380 aircraft.
The OnAir system allows passengers to use their own mobile phones to make and receive phone calls and text messages from Emirates A380 aircraft in-flight, using EDGE/GPRS connections through their mobile service provider.
Emirates’ first A380 equipped with the full suite of OnAir connectivity departed from Dubai international Airport to Munich International Airport on October 2. The first recorded A380 in-flight call was placed to China, while the aircraft cruised at 11,500 metres flying across the Gulf, according to an Emirates press note.
“Our goal on every flight is to exceed our passengers’ expectations, the desire to stay in touch while travelling,” said Patrick Brannelly, Emirates vice-president Corporate Communications Product, Publishing, Digital and Events.
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