AirDates is taking dating to new heights, literally! It is the world's first and only in-flight app that lets you meet new friends, and possibly potential partners while on-board an aircraft and even when on the ground. One thing to note is that it doesn't need internet connection to work, just multi-peer WIFI connection between smartphones.
With the development of online dating apps like Tinder, Grindr and OkCupid, among others, it is now easy for people to widen their dating strata. Developers have taken dating to the next step. With just one swipe to the right, you are opening yourself up to strangers who happen to be within your vicinity. Once you get a match, you can go out on a date, or for some, one-time hookups.
Further developments have been made, hence AirDates, which was first regarded by News.com.au as the "Tinder for air travel". It is very similar with these apps: you can scan your area, invite other passengers and chat with them before, during, or even after your flight (you might find someone to share the cab with).
So how does AirDates work? The app allows you to upload your entire itinerary so you can arrange meet-ups with other passengers upon reaching your destination. Or you can just use it to chat other people. This may sound scary, but according to AirDates Chief Executive Michael Richard, airplanes are actually the least dangerous place to have blind dates. However, risks might still be there especially after disclosing your entire travel plan. To avoid this, AirDates is exploring the possibility of allowing only female passengers to strike up conversations. Like other regular dating apps, they are also looking to incorporate other platforms such as Facebook, Pinterest and Spotify.
Although AirDates is now available to download via the Apple App Store, it is still being tested. While some people turn to online dating apps for serious relationships, others are only looking for a one-time thing. Whichever you prefer, you can meet the love of your life in an aircraft, or as The Sun would say, have a memorable hook up in the sky.
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