Enhancing In-Flight Communication

January 1, 2023

Hear a recent passenger describe their experience using various online platforms during a flight. From using Facebook, watching videos on YouTube and LinkedIn, briefly accessing Hulu, to making a FaceTime call with their son, they emphasize the importance of speed and low latency in their online activities. They find the ability to stay connected with SmartSky and productive while in the air particularly intriguing, as it enables business jet travelers to engage in meetings, phone calls, and other tasks while sharing information with individuals on the ground. This capability is a game changer.

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