The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) yesterday issued a consultation paper on In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) services to be implemented in the Indian airlines . In the consultation paper, Trai asked the industry stakeholders about what type of services should be permitted in flights in India. “Which of the following IFC services be permitted in India? a. Internet services b. Mobile Communication services (MCA service) c. Both Internet and MCA,” the consultation paper from Trai asked. Also, Trai requested written comments on the consultation paper from the industry stakeholder by October 27, and counter-comments by November 3, 2017. “It has been noticed that there has been increasing interest and demand for broadband connectivity (both voice and data) to passengers on board a flight. As per one estimate, the number of connected commercial aircraft is expected to grow from 5,300 in 2015 to 23,100 in 2025, accounting for 62% of the global fleet,”...