A PYMNTS Company

US: Class action against in-flight Wi-Fi monopoly cleared for takeoff

By  |  February 3, 2014

A federal judge has cleared a major hurdle for an antitrust lawsuit against in-flight Internet provider Gogo as the court allowed the case to proceed as a class action.

    Get the Full Story

    Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required.

    yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today.

    By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS and to the sharing of your information with our sponsor, if applicable, in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

    Plaintiffs claim Gogo holds a monopoly on in-flight Wi-Fi services, holding an 85 percent market share on the industry. The suit claims agreements made between Gogo and airlines block out rivals from making their own contracts with air carriers, despite lower prices charged by rivals.

    Further, plaintiffs accuse Gogo’s contracts of restraint of trade.

    Gogo has reportedly denied the allegations, but following the recent ruling the case will now proceed to trial.

    Full Content: Consumerist

    Want more news? Subscribe to CPI’s free daily newsletter for more headlines and updates on antitrust developments around the world.