Beginning 2nd April, 2017, US-bound first and business class passengers on Etihad flights from Abu Dhabi will be offered free WiFi and iPads. The move – which comes after a US ban on carry-on electronics larger than mobile phones – will see all Premium Class guests receive WiFi vouchers from Etihad cabin crew along with their onboard welcome drinks.
The vouchers will provide free Wi-Fi for the duration of the flight. Additionally, Etihad will provide iPads on board to those who need them, which can be powered throughout the flight using power and USB sockets available at every seat.