Jet-setters, rejoice: Pretty soon, you will no longer have to settle for watching the latest Disney movie or network comedy on your flight. JetBlue has announced a deal with Amazon that will allow Amazon Prime members to get free Wi-Fi on their flights, and the Wi-Fi will be strong enough to allow them to stream any of the thousands of titles on Amazon Prime Instant Video through JetBlue's in-flight entertainment system.
The deal will help both Amazon and JetBlue stand out from their competitors: While Amazon is battling with Netflix and Hulu for subscribers in the online streaming wars, JetBlue is likely trying to position itself as an airline that offers top-notch amenities in an industry where its competitors are cutting out freebies and adding fees.
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