Korean Air launches Starlink WiFi

Korean Air has introduced complimentary high-speed Starlink WiFi on select aircraft, enabling passengers to stream, work and stay connected inflight, with connectivity set to expand across the fleet by 2027.

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Korean Air has launched complimentary high-speed Starlink WiFi on select aircraft, enabling passengers to stream, work, browse and use cloud-based applications in flight.
The service has debuted on four retrofitted widebody aircraft, with Korean Air planning to expand Starlink connectivity across its in-service fleet by the end of 2027.
The rollout marks Korean Air as the first full-service carrier in East Asia to introduce Starlink connectivity, supporting its wider fleet modernisation programme.

Korean Air has begun offering complimentary high-speed inflight WiFi powered by Starlink. Passengers on select flights can experience reliable broadband connectivity, so they can stream, work, and stay online in the cabin the same way they would at home.

The service has debuted on four newly retrofitted widebody aircraft: three Airbus A350-900s and one Boeing 777-300ER. The aircraft will be deployed on medium-and long-haul routes across the Americas, Europe, and Southeast Asia, as well as on key short-haul flights. The airline plans to progressively expand Starlink connectivity across its in-service fleet by the end of 2027.

Starlink is the world’s most advanced satellite constellation using a low-Earth orbit to deliver fast, reliable internet that enables passengers to stream high-definition video and music, play online games, browse the web, and access cloud-based applications. While the network supports these high-bandwidth activities, voice and video calls remain restricted to maintain cabin comfort. Aircraft awaiting retrofit will continue offering the airline’s existing paid WiFi service during the fleet transition.

The launch establishes Korean Air as the first full-service carrier in East Asia to introduce Starlink connectivity, marking an initial milestone in its broader fleet modernisation roadmap ahead of the airline’s merger.