In Flight Connectivity Plans To Be Offered By Airtel And Reliance Jio

Telecom giants Airtel and Reliance Jio have introduced in-flight plans aimed at providing uninterrupted connectivity to users while they are airborne [https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/gadgets-news/in-flight-plans-from-airtel-and-reliance-jio-starting-at-rs-195/photostory/107947139.cms]. These plans offer a range of benefits including data, calling, and SMS support, ensuring that users can stay connected even at high altitudes.

There are two ways of operation for Inflight Connectivity ("IFC"): i) Air-to-Ground System wherein an antenna installed beneath the aircraft, receives signals from ground towers where a seamless connection is maintained up to a certain altitude; and ii) Satellite Based System where satellites directly transmit signals to antennas installed on the aircraft, particularly effective over sea routes and upon reaching an altitude of 3,000 meters, the on-board antenna switches to satellite-based services.