Surf the Internet, check e-mail on SIA flights

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Travellers on Singapore Airlines (SIA) will soon be able to stay connected, even at cruising altitude of about 10,000m.

The airline yesterday launched its US$50 million ($62 million) in-flight connectivity programme, which allows passengers to surf the Internet as well as send and receive e-mail and text messages.

The programme will be progressively rolled out over the next two years across SIA's long-haul aircraft, including the Airbus A380-800 and Boeing 777- 300ER.

"As our customers' preferences towards entertainment and connectivity options change over time, so must we," said SIA senior vice-president for product and services Tan Pee Teck.