SpaceX’s Starlink nabs American Airlines contract, another win for its IPO
SpaceX's Starlink has secured a contract with American Airlines to provide inflight Wi-Fi on over 500 Airbus aircraft. This deal enhances Starlink's competitive position against other providers like Amazon Leo and Viasat. It also serves as a boost for SpaceX ahead of its anticipated IPO next month, which is expected to be the largest in history.
- ▪American Airlines plans to install Starlink on more than 500 narrow-body Airbus aircraft starting early next year.
- ▪Starlink is the only SpaceX business unit generating meaningful revenue and has been successful in securing contracts with various airlines.
- ▪The deal with American Airlines marks another win for SpaceX as it prepares for its highly anticipated IPO.
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In Brief Posted: 11:48 AM PDT · May 26, 2026 Image Credits:Getty Images Kirsten Korosec SpaceX’s Starlink nabs American Airlines contract, another win for its IPO American Airlines said Tuesday it plans to install Starlink on more than 500 narrow-body Airbus aircraft beginning early next year, the latest carrier to pick the SpaceX unit for inflight Wi-Fi service. The deal provides more than just financial lift for Starlink, the satellite communications network and the only SpaceX business unit that generates meaningful revenue. It also hands SpaceX a win over the competition — such as Amazon Leo and other legacy providers like Viasat. Starlink satellites use a low Earth orbit to provide broadband internet for consumers as well as enterprise customers like American Airlines.
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