Summary:
- Qatar Airways has become the first airline globally to equip the Boeing 787-8 with Starlink connectivity, while completing Starlink installation across its entire Airbus A350 fleet.
- Nearly 120 widebody aircraft now offer complimentary ultra-high-speed inflight connectivity of up to 500 Mbps, enabling seamless streaming, video calls and real-time productivity on long- and ultra-long-haul routes.
- Beyond the passenger experience, Starlink is enhancing real-time operations at Qatar Airways, supporting instant crew updates, improved inflight decision-making and more efficient aircraft turnaround.
Qatar Airways has become the first carrier globally to enable the Boeing 787-8 with Starlink connectivity. The airline has also equipped its entire Airbus A350 fleet with Starlink.
Within just 14 months, Qatar Airways started and completed the Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 Starlink installation programmes, and then expanded to its Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
In 2025, Starlink connected over 21 million passengers across global airlines. Qatar Airways’ Starlink-connected passengers comprise nearly half of that, with over 10 million passengers being the first in the world to enjoy the complimentary service onboard widebody aircraft across long- and ultra-long-haul routes operated by the airline.
Nearly 120 widebody aircraft, representing over 58% of its widebody fleet across Airbus A350s, Boeing 777s, and Boeing 787s, now provide passengers with ultra-high-speed connectivity at up to 500 Mbps, enabling uninterrupted streaming, video calls, and real-time productivity.
Starlink is also transforming Qatar Airways’ employee experience and real-time operations:
- Flight and roster updates are delivered instantly to crew devices, ensuring increased operational alignment throughout every journey.
- Enhanced cabin crew coordination with ground teams in real-time during medical or service-related situations, enabling faster decision-making and reducing delays.
- Engineers can monitor the inflight entertainment system during flight and prepare recovery plans before landing, improving turnaround efficiency.
