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Korean Air, alongside Asiana Airlines, Jin Air, Air Busan and Air Seoul, is introducing Starlink high-speed inflight WiFi to its entire fleet. The initiative aims to significantly elevate the passenger and crew experience.
Emirates’ retrofit programme has entered its next phase. Starting from August 2026, the airline will introduce a host of new onboard products, alongside a next-generation, fully immersive inflight entertainment system.
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Emirates will deploy Starlink connectivity across its entire in-service fleet, beginning with Boeing 777 aircraft and completing the rollout by mid-2027. The service will be free for all customers, across all cabins.
Etihad Airways will deploy Viasat’s next-generation connectivity solution, Viasat Amara, across the majority of its fleet as part of its ongoing commitment to deliver a world-class guest experience.
International Airlines Group has announced a partnership to implement Starlink-enabled high-speed connectivity on Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, LEVEL and Vueling aircraft, with the first aircraft to go live in early 2026.
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Thai Airways is to line-fit Neo Space Group’s (NSG) advanced inflight connectivity solution – NSG Skywaves – on all of its new fleet of 787s to support high-speed passenger WiFi and enhance operational efficiency.
Virgin Atlantic and Boeing are to implement connectivity modifications across the airline’s fleet of Boeing 787s. These will enhance onboard internet service, bringing high-speed, streaming-quality WiFi to passengers.
Air France, in partnership with Starlink, is to offer complimentary high-speed WiFi onboard all flights. The airline plans to offer the service on 30% of its fleet by end-2025 and throughout its fleet by end-2026.
Southwest Airlines has announced a new partnership delivering free unlimited WiFi for all Rapid Rewards members, beginning on 24 October 2025, as part of an ongoing commitment to elevate the cabin experience.
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Air France, in partnership with Starlink, is to offer complimentary high-speed WiFi onboard all flights. The airline plans to offer the service on 30% of its fleet by end-2025 and throughout its fleet by end-2026.
Southwest Airlines has announced a new partnership delivering free unlimited WiFi for all Rapid Rewards members, beginning on 24 October 2025, as part of an ongoing commitment to elevate the cabin experience.
TAP Air Portugal has enhanced the IFE experience on its long-haul aircraft with a software update that allows Economy Class passengers to connect their personal Bluetooth headphones to their seatback screens.
Alaska Airlines is set to launch Starlink connectivity in 2026, with ultra-fast speeds and dramatically lower latency – unlocking seamless access to live gaming, real-time messaging and high-quality streaming.
Qatar Airways has completed its Starlink installation programme on 54 Boeing 777 aircraft, as it aims to deliver the fastest, most seamless inflight connectivity. The airline is now equipping its Airbus A350 fleet.
Aeromexico has announced the installation of advanced inflight connectivity from Viasat on its Embraer E190 fleet. Viasat will integrate high-speed satellite connectivity via its global Ka-band network.
Delta Air Lines’ fast, free Delta Sync WiFi is now available to all customers flying across its transatlantic network to Europe, Israel and West Africa, transforming its aircraft into “personalised platforms”.
Riyadh Air has selected Viasat to provide full, fast, free inflight connectivity on its Boeing 787 aircraft, as part of a commitment to “redefining the guest experience through innovation and technology”.
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