After a successful pilot program last summer, Qantas Airways' low-cost airlines brand Jetstar will be offering iPad rentals for in-flight entertainment, just in case flying for hours over Australia's beautiful countryside isn't spectacular enough for you. The iPads will come preloaded with "movies, music, magazines, books and games," according to the Australian Business Traveller, and will cost AUD$10 for the flight. 

Early plans had been for this program to be rolled out in time for the holiday season, but those plans were hampered by licensing agreements with Apple, as well as some contract negotiations. Those appear to have been resolved, however, because iPads are go! They will be available on Jetstar's A320 flights in both Australia and Asia. Jetstar marketing manager David May had nothing but kind words for Apple's flagship product, touting how much slimmer and lighter they are than their existing media units. Say May:

"It means we'll be able to get more on and it means more people will be able to have the entertainment service."

$10 for hours of fun with an iPad seems like a pretty good deal, especially considering how many hours some of these flights last. You'll practically be able to make it all the way through Angry Birds before you have to put your tray up!

Via TUAW and Engadget