British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom and a member of the International Airlines Group (IAG). While primarily focused on passenger air transport, BA engages with the space industry through partnerships exploring satellite communications for in-flight internet, such as discussions with SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper. The airline is also collaborating with research institutions to improve the science concerning contrails and exploring the use of sustainable aviation fuel.
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Air France, British Airways, Qatar Airways, SAS, and United Airlines have also named Starlink as their in-flight connectivity provider.
Starlink has secured deals with major airlines, including a recent agreement with Europe’s International Airlines Group, which includes Aer Lingus and British Airways.
British Airways has signed an agreement with SpaceX to provide Starlink internet service on all its aircraft.
The agreement with SpaceX reaffirms British Airways' strategy to improve customer experience and renew onboard services through advanced digital technologies.
British Airways will provide free access to the Starlink service for all passengers.
The installation of Starlink terminals on British Airways aircraft will occur gradually.
Starlink will be available on approximately 300 aircraft in the British Airways fleet.
The free Starlink service is part of British Airways' £7 billion ($9 billion) transformation program aimed at improving customer experience through investments in new planes, lounges, and technology.
International Airlines Group (IAG) signed a deal to implement SpaceX’s Starlink in-flight connectivity on over 500 aircraft across five airlines: Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, LEVEL, and Vueling.
British Airways will launch Starlink on both long-haul and short-haul aircraft to enhance onboard connectivity from gate-to-gate.
British Airways plans to offer Starlink's service for free to all customers, regardless of cabin class.