REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Delta Air Lines and Amazon are partnering to deliver next-generation inflight connectivity using Leo satellite technology, enabling faster, more personalised digital experiences across the travel journey.
SAS is collaborating with 3 to deliver free Starlink WiFi to EuroBonus members, enhancing passenger connectivity and operational efficiency, while laying the groundwork for future digital travel services.
airBaltic is the first Starlink-connected airline to bring a global inflight shopping mall onboard. AirMall offers 20,000+ brands, personalised picks, loyalty rewards, and delivery – all through the Skynet WiFi portal.
Wizz Air, Immfly and gateretail have unveiled a unified digital cabin ecosystem, combining onboard retail, passenger connectivity, and operational data. The integration enhances service efficiency and personalisation.
Turkish Airlines is partnering with Anuvu to boost inflight connectivity, using its AI-powered Dedicated Space technology. The upgrade promises a nine-fold increase in throughput, faster upload speeds, and lower latency.
SAS is rolling out Starlink-powered high-speed WiFi across its fleet, offering EuroBonus members free, gate-to-gate connectivity and marking a major step forward in the airline’s digital inflight experience.
British Airways has launched its first Starlink-equipped aircraft, offering free high-speed WiFi for streaming and work, as part of a wider £7 billion investment to transform connectivity and the overall customer experience.
Southwest Airlines is upgrading its inflight connectivity with SpaceX’s Starlink, offering next-gen WiFi for seamless streaming, gaming, and work. The technology will be available on more than 300 aircraft in 2026.
United Airlines has now equipped most of its two-cabin regional fleet – more than 300 aircraft – with Starlink connectivity. Additionally, the airline plans for more than 500 mainline aircraft to be equipped by the end of 2026.
Gulf Air has announced the roll-out of Starlink high-speed inflight connectivity across its entire fleet starting in mid-2026, offering complimentary WiFi to passengers – from boarding through to arrival.
United Airlines has now equipped most of its two-cabin regional fleet – more than 300 aircraft – with Starlink connectivity. Additionally, the airline plans for more than 500 mainline aircraft to be equipped by the end of 2026.
Gulf Air has announced the roll-out of Starlink high-speed inflight connectivity across its entire fleet starting in mid-2026, offering complimentary WiFi to passengers – from boarding through to arrival.
Riyadh Air has announced a strategic partnership with Neo Space Group (NSG) to equip its Airbus A321 fleet with NSG Skywaves – the Group’s advanced inflight connectivity solution – enabling free, high-speed WiFi.
KLM is now offering free inflight WiFi to passengers travelling within Europe, marking an important step in enhancing the customer experience as it aims to make travel “more personal and comfortable”.
Lufthansa Group is to equip around 850 aircraft with high-speed Starlink connectivity, beginning as early as the second half of 2026. The satellite-based system enables streaming, cloud-based work, and high-speed applications.
Qatar Airways has become the first carrier to enable the Boeing 787-8 with Starlink connectivity. The airline has also equipped its entire Airbus A350 fleet with Starlink, enabling uninterrupted streaming, video calls, and more.
American Airlines is launching free high-speed WiFi. AAdvantage members will enjoy free connectivity – powered by Viasat and Intelsat, and sponsored by AT&T – “setting the standard for connectivity in the skies”.
With the end of 2025 fast approaching, here Future Travel Experience highlights some of our most popular original content from each of the last 12 months – from robotics and AI to inflight innovation, and much more.
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