United Reaches New Milestone in Starlink Rollout
The carrier is expanding the technology to its international widebody fleet.
The carrier is expanding the technology to its international widebody fleet.
The carrier is also reportedly in talks with Starlink and Amazon for high-speed in-flight wireless internet.
The first connected flights are expected this summer.
The carrier has connected most of its regional fleet.
The carrier’s CEO cited drag from antennas and the comparatively short length of flights.
Nearly 120 of the carrier’s widebody aircraft are now equipped with the satellite-based technology.
The carrier expects to complete antenna installations by mid-2027.
The first flights with Starlink-enabled internet will operate in 2026.
The carrier is expanding use of the satellite internet technology across its fleet of Boeing 737-800s.