Starlink has recently achieved a significant milestone, with its high-speed internet service now available on over 1,000 aircraft.
Notably, WestJet and TELUS are the latest partners to offer Starlink connectivity on flights. Elon Musk highlighted the quality of the service, likening it to a high-speed ground fibre connection.
“Using Starlink on a plane feels like you’re on a high-speed ground fibre connection,” said Elon Musk.
Starlink promised high-speed internet on aircraft as soon as passengers enter the cabin. SpaceX announced Starlink Aviation in 2022, promising high-speed, low-latency internet during aeroplane flights. Starlink Aviation officially launched in 2023, delivering its services to a few airlines.
Starlink Connectivity recently announced a partnership with WestJet and TELUS. Starlink Internet will take flight with WestJet and TELUS by December 2024.
Jason Fritch, SpaceX’s Vice President of Starlink Enterprise Sales, expressed excitement about expanding the service, noting the future of aviation connectivity is here. Additionally, Starlink reached a milestone of 3 million customers across 99 countries in May 2024.
“With more than 1,000 aircraft committed to Starlink worldwide, high-speed, low-latency internet is the future of aviation connectivity, and we’re excited to work with WestJet to bring Starlink technology to their guests in the coming months,” said Jason Fritch, SpaceX’s Vice President of Starlink Enterprise Sales.
SpaceX’s Starlink Aviation is already available on select aircraft and routes with Qatar Airways. In 2024, Hawaiian Airlines announced that Starlink internet services would be free for passengers. In May 2024, Starlink celebrated reaching 3 million customers in 99 countries.
