American Airlines picks SpaceX's Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi
American Airlines says it will install SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet on more than 500 of its planes. The carrier is making fast connectivity a centrepiece of the passenger experience. The deal deepens Starlink's expansion into commercial aviation.
American Airlines said it will roll out SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet across more than 500 of its aircraft. The carrier said the low-orbit network should deliver faster, steadier connections than the older systems many passengers know. The installation is expected to happen in phases.
In-flight internet has become a significant competitive battleground for airlines in recent years. As travellers increasingly expect to stream and work aloft, carriers are turning to providers that can offer stronger links. Starlink has been gaining share in that market quickly.
The agreement also deepens SpaceX's push beyond rocket launches into the connectivity business. Rival carriers are reported to be weighing their own low-orbit satellite deals. For passengers, the questions that remain are pricing and how reliable the service proves in practice.
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