Well, not exactly. Virgin America WILL let its passengers ‘Netflix and chill’ if they’re actually wanting to watch Netflix and relax while travelling between destinations… not the other meaning.
Virgin America this week revealed it had signed a deal with the streaming website to give subscribers access to its services while travelling at 32,000 feet.
The announcement comes only months after the airline upgraded its inflight Wi-Fi system so it could offer Internet that ‘could stream Netflix’.
That should have been the big hint that this partnership was on the horizon.
As part of the deal signed with Netflix, Virgin America’s passengers will be able to stream their fave TV shows using the carrier’s fast and free Wi-Fi.
However, it’s only for a limited time.
The offer will last until 2 March 2016 and will only be available on aircraft equipped with the new ViaSet Wi-Fi including the 10 A320s which joined the fleet last month.
“As WiFi becomes more ubiquitous, it’s going to be increasingly possible for members to enjoy Netflix wherever they want.”
Bill Holmes, Netflix Global Head of Business Development
Among the shows Virgin America’s guests will be able to enjoy via Netflix include Pretty Little Liars, Arrested Development as well as newly signed Jane the Virgin and Colony plus so much more.
Virgin America is the latest airline to sign an entertainment agreement that offers more captivating content in the sky.
Earlier this year. Qantas signed a new agreement with US network, HBO, to bring its popular shows such as Game of Thrones and Sex and the City onboard.