Starlink Internet Rollout on United Airlines Planes Begins
United Airlines has successfully installed its first Starlink-equipped plane, marking a significant upgrade to in-flight internet speeds. The airline aims to equip 40 planes a month with the new technology and finish its entire regional jet fleet within the year. With speeds of up to 250 megabits per second (Mbps), Starlink is expected to provide users with a "living room in the sky experience."
- As United Airlines increasingly offers fast and reliable internet on its flights, it's worth considering how this might redefine our expectations for air travel, pushing the boundaries between leisure and work.
- Will other airlines follow suit, and if so, what impact will this have on the overall passenger experience, with potential implications for airline business models?