Flyers may love in-flight Wi-Fi, but the likely don't love it as much as does a corporation trying to sell more in-flight connectivity hardware or services.
The likes and dislikes of Chinese international travelers are in transformation mode as they increasingly travel and discover the world outside their home country. They are traveling more independently, booking online or via mobile apps, and giving big hotel chains a chance.
With only a minority of passengers purchasing Wi-Fi on most airlines, Spirit Airlines realizes it can make more money doing without the Wi-Fi and the fees it would charge if the airline offered it.
The Japan Airlines deal is a big development for Gogo as it involves satellite -- and not air to ground -- service, and marks its expansion beyond the U.S. and into Asia.
The biggest news to consumers is that in-flight connectivity isn't about checking emails or even streaming Netflix. It's about selling entertainment and tracking planes.
If hoteliers needed a wakeup call about the necessity to providing free Wi-Fi to leisure travelers, then this Choice Hotels survey should be loud and clear.