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American Airlines to equip entire mainline fleet with Starlink Wi-Fi by 2027
Key points
- American Airlines will equip over 1,030 mainline aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi.
- Installation begins in 2027, offering speeds up to 1Gbps.
- This expands American's previous commitment of 500 aircraft.
- Starlink has partnered with 48 airlines globally.
Fleet-wide Starlink Rollout
American Airlines announced it will integrate Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire mainline fleet, encompassing all narrowbody and widebody aircraft, totaling over 1,030 planes. The rollout is scheduled to begin in 2027, with the goal of providing high-speed internet access to passengers.
Enhanced Connectivity for Passengers
The Starlink system, utilizing SpaceX's Performance Aero Terminal, is expected to deliver Wi-Fi speeds of up to 1Gbps. This upgrade aims to provide more reliable and faster internet connectivity for American Airlines' more than 165 million annual customers compared to previous in-flight Wi-Fi solutions.
Increased Commitment to Starlink
This new agreement significantly expands American Airlines' initial commitment to Starlink, which was previously for 500 aircraft. The airline appears to be shifting its Wi-Fi strategy, following a prior deal with AT&T for high-speed Wi-Fi for its AAdvantage loyalty program members.
Starlink's Growing Airline Presence
Despite Amazon Leo securing a deal with Delta, Starlink is expanding its presence in the in-flight satellite Wi-Fi market. The American Airlines deal adds to Starlink's existing partnership with United Airlines, which has 724 aircraft already using the service. Globally, Starlink has now partnered with 48 airlines.
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American Airlines will install Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire mainline fleet of over 1,030 aircraft starting in 2027, promising speeds up to 1Gbps. This expansion more than doubles the airline's previous commitment to Starlink and positions Starlink as a dominant provider in in-flight connectivity.