Major US airline announces Starlink Wi-Fi rollout
Southwest announces another big change after seat assignment backlash
- Southwest Airlines is set to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi on its flights from summer 2026, allowing passengers to stream content and browse the internet at high speeds.
- More than 300 aircraft are expected to be fitted with the ultra-fast internet system by the end of this year.
- The new Starlink system will provide Wi-Fi speeds of up to 250 Mbps, a substantial improvement over the current variable speeds of 20-150 Mbps, which often cause buffering.
- This upgrade will enable seamless streaming of films and TV programs on multiple devices, live gaming, and enhanced reliability due to Starlink's low Earth orbit satellites.
- Southwest joins other US carriers such as Alaska Airlines and United, which have also announced or started implementing Starlink Wi-Fi, though Southwest has not yet confirmed pricing changes for the new service.
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