Lufthansa Operates First Starlink Flight
A mainline Lufthansa A320neo equipped with the satellite internet technology flew from Frankfurt to Rome.
A mainline Lufthansa A320neo equipped with the satellite internet technology flew from Frankfurt to Rome.
The new wireless internet service will debut on board an Airbus A320neo.
The carrier expects to launch its first Starlink-equipped aircraft in 2027.
The service is now free for Atmos Rewards members.
The carrier aims to have antennas installed on over 300 jets by the end of the year.
The carrier is expanding the technology to its international widebody fleet.
The carrier will roll out high-speed satellite internet service starting next year.
The carrier will begin installations on narrowbody aircraft in 2027.
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.