American Airlines Jumps Into Race To Offer Starlink Inflight Wi-Fi
American Airlines has announced plans to install Starlink inflight Wi-Fi on over 500 of its narrowbody aircraft starting in early 2027. This move aligns the airline with competitors like Alaska, Southwest, and United, who are also adopting the SpaceX-operated technology. The decision comes as customer satisfaction regarding inflight internet access continues to rise, with American aiming to enhance its reputation in the industry.
- ▪American Airlines will install Starlink Wi-Fi on more than 500 narrowbody aircraft starting in the first quarter of 2027.
- ▪The airline joins several others, including Alaska and Southwest, in adopting the technology operated by SpaceX.
- ▪Customer satisfaction regarding inflight internet access has increased, contributing to American's recent gains in industry surveys.
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BusinessAerospace & DefenseAmerican Airlines Jumps Into Race To Offer Starlink Inflight Wi-FiByTed Reed,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Charlotte-based reporter Ted Reed covers airlines and airline labor.Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 11:03am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.An American Airlines Airbus A321 departs LAX in January 2025. The A321s will all get Starlink internet.
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