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The latest news and analysis in the field of in-flight connectivity, covering onboard Wi-Fi, satellite connectivity solutions, in-flight mobile phone use and personal electronic devices.
Emirates is equipping its A380 fleet with Starlink WiFi, delivering ultra-fast, seamless connectivity across all cabins and enabling streaming, gaming, and work onboard, complementing ongoing cabin upgrades and enhanced CX.
Virgin Atlantic begins rolling out Starlink WiFi, offering free high-speed connectivity on A350s from May, enabling passengers to stream, work, and stay connected, with full fleet coverage expected by 2027.
Volotea partners with Immfly to install next-gen high-speed connectivity using the Gogo ESA antenna on the Eutelsat LEO constellation. This milestone will enhance inflight services and enable a digital evolution across the fleet.
Aer Lingus introduces Starlink WiFi, offering passengers ultra-fast, reliable internet for streaming, work and browsing. Full rollout across the long-haul fleet is expected by Q1 2027, enhancing digital connectivity and CX.
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Alaska Airlines debuts its new International Business Class on 787-9 Dreamliners, offering lie-flat suites, premium dining, luxury amenities, lounge access, and Starlink connectivity for a next-level long-haul travel experience.
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.
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airBaltic has launched Skynet, a Starlink-powered digital platform that brings real-time flight information, onboard services, shopping and personalised offers to passengers’ devices, enhancing the inflight experience.
LOT Polish Airlines has begun rolling out inflight connectivity across its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet in partnership with Viasat, enabling travellers to stay connected, work and stream throughout long-haul journeys.
ZIPAIR has become Asia’s first airline to operate commercial flights with SpaceX’s Starlink, offering passengers free high-speed inflight connectivity while enabling onboard service systems and digital operations.
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.
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”.
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