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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.
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.
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”.
Delta Air Lines has installed fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi on its 1,000th aircraft, as it continues its journey to deliver a premium, connected and more personalised experience to every customer, on every flight.
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.
APEX FTE Asia Expo 2025 included a key session on ‘Taking Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity to New Heights – Opportunities and Challenges’, featuring Fiji Airways, Qantas, SES, Safran, Spafax, and dgtlsky.
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.
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.
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