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Aviation industry satellite internet expansion

Overview

Airlines are increasingly adopting high-speed satellite connectivity to meet passenger demand for digital services.

United Airlines has accelerated its installation of Starlink service, aiming for full-fleet coverage by the end of 2027. This follows a decision to increase its target from 65% to 100% of its fleet due to passenger demand for high-speed connectivity. Similarly, EasyJet has agreed to introduce onboard internet using Starlink technology, with installations planned for its Airbus fleet between 2027 and 2028.

Finnair has also moved to upgrade its connectivity, selecting satellite specialist SES for 18 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. This solution utilizes a multi-orbit network, combining geostationary and low-earth-orbit technology to provide stable, high-speed internet for domestic and European routes starting in autumn 2027.

Entities

Eutelsat · SES · Embraer · Finnair · EasyJet

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Finnair partners with SES for high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi

    Finnair will equip 18 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft with high-speed multi-orbit satellite Wi-Fi from SES, starting in 2027.

  2. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Starlink expands high-speed satellite internet to airline fleets

    United Airlines and EasyJet are partnering with Starlink to bring high-speed satellite internet to their fleets, with United aiming for full coverage by 2027 and EasyJet starting rollouts in 2027.

Sources

btabloid.com · businessinsider.nl · cyprusshippingnews.com · frandroid.com · newspaceeconomy.ca · octeam.fr · planet-sansfil.com · teslanorth.com · timber.com.au · travelwires.com