American to start testing in-flight internet access

Partnering with AirCell, American Airlines says it will be the first major U.S. carrier to feature in-flight Internet access. Is this a slap in the face toward JetBlue, who said they would start offering instant messaging and email a few days sooner? What if JetBlue upgrades to full Internet access in flights before American is done "testing"?

American will test AirCell's broadband Internet service next year on 15 planes that usually fly transcontinental routes.

AA currently is thinking they will charge about $10 per user, but JetBlue and others who go first will probably help establish the true market price.