New Delhi. While travelling on a flight, have you ever wondered how the air hostess on the flight makes payment from your card even when the internet facility on the plane is closed?
This question arises in the minds of many people. So let us tell you that all this is possible because of a special technology called IFC (In-Flight Commerce). Now you must be wondering what IFC is, so let us give you complete information about it.
What is IFC technology?
IFC technology is a system that allows passengers to make card payments even when there is no internet connectivity on board the aircraft. Now you might be wondering how this technology works. So let us now tell you about it:
How does IFC technology work?
When you give your credit or debit card to the air hostess to swipe into the machine, the machine encrypts the card information. The encrypted data is sent from the machine to a secure server via GPRS or a cellular network such as the Global System for Mobile Communications.
The server works to verify card information and payments. If your payment is successful, the server sends a message to the machine. Once the air hostess receives the confirmation message, she accepts your payment.
What are the benefits of IFC technology?
This technology does not depend on internet connectivity, so it can be used comfortably while travelling on an irplane. This data is encrypted. This makes the payment process faster and easier. Provides facilities for passengers to make purchases and pay for services.
Use of IFC Technology:
IFC technology is used for in-flight purchases such as food, water, snacks, seat upgrades, movies, games, etc. IFC technology makes your air travel more convenient and enjoyable. It allows passengers to make various types of payments while flying in the sky without the internet.
