Starlink satellite internet available free of charge for airline passengers…

Today's satellite Internet technology is no match for modern network infrastructure, which is why Elon Musk and Starlink have set themselves a personal mission to change that some time ago. Starlink is a relatively new broadband internet service provider, invented by the same talents who created SpaceX, a rocket and spacecraft company. Starlink's purpose is to provide fast and stable internet to markets around the world using low-orbit satellites. regardless of terrain and distance from urban areas.

Recently, the company SpaceX received temporary permission from the American agency FCC (Federal Communications Commission) for the temporary use of Starlink satellite internet even on commercial flights. This is a special satellite internet called "Starlink for Aviation". Of course, this one is not cheap. For the hardware, it is it is necessary to deduct the calculated 139 thousand euros. In addition, an estimated 23 thousand TL must be moved monthly. euros. Nevertheless, it will be available free of charge to Hawaiian Airlines passengers.

The Hawaiian Airlines company is namely announced that it will offer its passengers satellite internet completely free of charge. This will enable passengers to play video games as well as download videos. Satellite internet will of course be available mainly on longer flights. Hawaiian Airlines will equip its A321neo family aircraft with it as early as March, and A330 aircraft will follow towards the end of this year. A little later, satellite internet will be available for Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

The use of high-speed satellite Internet on airplanes will surely please many passengers. This one will indeed enabled the same user experience as on the ground. If the innovation will work, we are convinced that satellite internet will soon be offered by other major airlines as well.