Etihad to offer iPads, free WiFi to US-bound passengers

Etihad will offer iPads and free WiFi to first and business class passengers on its US-bound flights.

The airline's move is in response to the US government curbs on carriage of laptops, iPads and other devices by passengers inside aircraft cabin. The restrictions apply for US-bound flights from 10 airports in West Asia and North



Africa.

"We are offering first and business class guests free WiFi and iPads on all our US bound flights from Abu Dhabi from April 2. WiFi vouchers will be provided by our cabin crew with onboard welcome drink, providing free internet for the duration of the flight. In addition we will have iPads available for those who need them," the airline said in a notification to travel agents.