Inmarsat plans EU-wide 'hybrid' network for plane wi-fi

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UK satellite telecommunications company Inmarsat has announced a nine-figure investment to boost broadband connectivity in aeroplanes over Europe.

The London-based firm will link aircraft to the internet via cellphone towers on the ground that have been modified to point skywards.

A new spacecraft will augment the system, ensuring passengers experience an unbroken onboard wi-fi service.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-27709104