Well, as a frequent plane traveller who loves the web, I was just wondering about this.
While no (zero, zippo, nada) U.S. airlines have installed Internet connections on their airplanes, foreign carriers are jumping on board. From a recent NY Times article:
"While American carriers continue to be hesitant, European, Asian, even
Middle Eastern airlines - which rely heavily on business travelers,
particularly on long-haul flights - are taking the plunge in increasing
numbers. Boeing has signed up 13 foreign airlines since 2003, with 9
already offering the service to customers on 84 planes, soon to be 100."
For business, then young, then everyone, Internet connections on airlines will soon be a must-have.
Sooner the better. Are you listening Northwest?