In-flight connectivity business models: strategies for airlines and service providers

Balancing the affordability of in-flight connectivity (IFC) services for passengers while ensuring profitability for service providers can be challenging. IFC providers should align their offerings with airline segments, passenger needs, competition and pricing strategies.

Information included in this report

• The challenges that airlines, service providers, equipment manufacturers and network providers face in adapting their business models to provide the ultimate IFC experience for passengers
• Why passengers are willing/unwilling to pay extra for IFC
• Who should bear the costs of providing IFC to passengers
• An assessment of the factors that contribute to passengers willing to pay extra for IFC
• An analysis on the different IFC pricing models offered by airlines
• Information on the airlines that offer IFC and their pricing models