American Airlines to Launch Free Wi-Fi in Premium Service Revamp

American Airlines Group Inc. will begin offering free high-speed Wi-Fi to members of its loyalty program starting this month, a move aimed at closing the gap with US rivals that have surged ahead in premium offerings.

The Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier plans to complete the rollout across all of its single-aisle aircraft, such as 737s and A320s as well regional jets with two-class configurations, with free Wi-Fi available on nearly all flights by early spring through a partnership with AT&T Inc., according to a press release.

The service will be delivered through satellite connectivity primarily provided by Viasat Inc. ...