American Airlines has announced plans to equip over 500 of its aircraft with SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service starting in Q1 2027. The installation will cover new Airbus A321XLR and A321neo planes, adding Starlink to its existing suite of Wi-Fi providers including Viastat and SES. This makes American the latest in a growing list of major airlines adopting Starlink's in-flight connectivity solution.
Background
Starlink, a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX, has been expanding its commercial partnerships with airlines to provide high-speed in-flight internet connectivity. The service aims to offer faster and more reliable internet access compared to traditional in-flight Wi-Fi systems.
- Source
- The Verge
- Published
- May 27, 2026 at 12:07 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10