Originally Posted by
llondel
Just charge £5/minute for using the on-board link. That'll discourage people, at least after they've done it once and get the bill.
That is an
excellent idea!!!
Yes, the exact solution - Do not charge for the text/data/voice service, but start with a fee for even connecting to phone to the aircell.
"Ladies and gentlemen, in order to help you save cell battery energy for your busy schedule later today, this aeroplane have been fitted with an on-board mobile base station. The system is fully automatic, just turn your mobile phone the normal way you do in hospitals, churches and at funerals. To maintain fair price for customers not wishing to use such feature, the cost of this latest technology of convenience is offset by a small 10€ fee, charged for every single pairing between your device and the micro-cell"
As the aircraft doors are being closed, it is my pleasure to activate the system for you this very instant. Our expected arrival to destination is 15 minutes ahead of schedule, I am sure your most belowed will be happy to hear the good news. So why not call them? We're happy to help!"
