Zhong Guo Min Hang Wang·2025-12-29 09:05Core Viewpoint - From January 1, 2026, China Eastern Airlines (CEA) will offer free high-speed Wi-Fi for first-class and business-class passengers on all domestic flights operated by wide-body aircraft, while economy class passengers will have access to a standard version of Wi-Fi for free, enhancing connectivity for all travelers [1][3] Group 1 - CEA's free Wi-Fi service will now cover all domestic flights operated by wide-body aircraft, expanding the previous service that was limited to domestic air express routes [1][3] - The standard version of Wi-Fi available to economy class passengers will support basic internet needs such as messaging, browsing, and email, while higher bandwidth needs can be met through paid upgrades [1][3] - CEA has simplified the connection process with an "automatic authentication page" feature, eliminating the need for manual URL input [1][3] Group 2 - CEA is the first domestic airline to provide continuous in-flight Wi-Fi service, having made significant advancements in connectivity technology [3] - In August 2023, CEA became the first airline to offer Wi-Fi service below 3,000 meters altitude, and by August 2025, it plans to extend free Wi-Fi to super economy class and designated economy class seats [3] - The 2026 upgrade represents a dual breakthrough in service scenarios and coverage, making free Wi-Fi available on all wide-body aircraft for domestic flights [3]