American Air inks deal with Starlink for fastest Wi-Fi in the sky
American Airlines has partnered with Starlink to provide high-speed Wi-Fi on its aircraft. The deal will see 500 planes equipped with Starlink's satellite internet technology, allowing passengers to stream, video conference, and game while in the air. This service is expected to begin in early 2027, enhancing the in-flight experience for travelers.
- ▪American Airlines has signed a deal with Starlink to equip 500 planes with satellite internet.
- ▪Starlink is described as the world's most advanced satellite constellation, capable of delivering high-speed broadband.
- ▪The service will be available on American's narrow body planes starting in early 2027.
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Home > Tech > Transportation American Air inks deal with Starlink for 'fastest Wi-Fi in the sky' Streaming, Zoom, online gaming — American claims many fliers will soon be able to do all this in the air. By Neal Broverman Neal Broverman Enterprise Editor Neal joined Mashable’s Social Good team in 2024, editing and writing stories about digital culture and its effects on the environment and marginalized communities. He is the former editorial director of The Advocate and Out magazines, has contributed to the Los Angeles Times, Curbed, and Los Angeles magazine, and is a recipient of the Sarah Pettit Memorial Award for LGBTQ Journalist of the Year Award from the National Gay and Lesbian Journalists Association (NLGJA). He lives in Los Angeles with his family.
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