Emirates aircraft to be equipped with 2 Gbps Starlink system
Starlink has begun installing a high-speed internet system capable of over 2 Gbps on commercial aircraft, marking a first in aviation history. Emirates Airlines is the first to implement this technology, equipping its flagship A380 aircraft with three Starlink antennas, significantly improving Wi-Fi quality from previously less than 1 Mbps to a thousand times better. Passengers will be able to enjoy superior internet access even at cruising altitudes of 12 kilometers, with plans to expand the system to more A380s throughout 2026. The service will be free for all passengers and will eventually include options for live TV streaming on personal devices and screens in the cabin.
For the first time in history, Starlink has begun installing an internet system on a commercial aircraft providing speeds exceeding 2 Gbps. This was announced by Nick Zeyts, head of Starlink Aviation. Ixbt.com reports on this.
This technology is being implemented first on Emirates airline aircraft.
The new system has been installed on the flagship Emirates A380 aircraft. Previously, the internet bandwidth on these aircraft was below 1 Mbps; now, with the installation of three Starlink antennas on each plane, Wi-Fi quality will improve a thousandfold.
According to company representatives, passengers will be able to use internet that is better than at home, even at an altitude of 12 kilometers.
Throughout 2026, the Starlink system is planned to be installed on many A380 aircraft on an accelerated schedule. This will allow passengers to engage in video streaming, online gaming, and web browsing during flights.
The service will be free for all classes of passengers. In the future, the ability to watch live television broadcasts via personal devices and seatback screens will also be added.
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