American Airlines picks SpaceX's Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi on more than 500 planes
American Airlines has chosen SpaceX's Starlink to provide in-flight Wi-Fi for over 500 of its narrow-body aircraft. The installation is set to begin early next year, while the airline continues to use a mix of other providers for its Boeing fleet. This decision comes as airlines compete to enhance in-flight internet services and attract higher-spending customers.
- ▪American Airlines will outfit more than 500 narrow-body aircraft with Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi.
- ▪The installation of Starlink is expected to start early next year.
- ▪American Airlines currently uses a mix of Viasat and Panasonic for its Boeing fleet.
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American Airlines plans to outfit more than 500 of its narrow-body aircraft with Starlink, handing another win to Elon Musk's SpaceX unit that has made inroads with major carriers for in-flight Wi-Fi.American was evaluating Starlink and Amazon Leo as recently as March for the service. The airline announced Tuesday it would install Starlink on about 500 of its narrow-body Airbus planes, like the A321neo, starting early next year. American spokesman said the carrier doesn't have immediate plans to change providers on its Boeing fleet, which uses a mix of Viasat and Panasonic.American in January rolled out free in-flight Wi-Fi for members of its frequent flyer program, following United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and others.Delta in March said it would use Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi for…
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