Southwest Airlines plans to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi for members of its loyalty program starting next month, becoming the latest major carrier to offer the complimentary service to flyers.

The free internet, which will be offered through a partnership with Washington-based T-Mobile, will be available for Rapid Rewards members on all flights starting Oct. 24, the carrier said Thursday .

“We’re teaming up with Southwest to make staying connected in the air easier for millions of travelers,” said Mike Katz, T-Mobile’s president of marketing, strategy and products, in a statement. “We’re excited for Rapid Rewards Members to experience free in-flight WiFi from takeoff to landing – no strings, no surprises. It’s just one more way we’re helping make travel a little smoother.”

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