When it comes to internet connectivity on board aircraft, there is no match at the moment for Starlink, which has been out and about picking up clients over the past three years: Emirates, Qatar Airways, United… you name it, they have it. And now, a new member joins this sterling cast.
Singapore Airlines signs up for Starlink connectivity on board
Singapore Airlines customers will enjoy an enhanced in-flight Wi-Fi experience from the first quarter of 2027, with the progressive introduction of Starlink’s low Earth orbit satellite‑based broadband service on board SIA’s Airbus A350-900 long‑haul, A350-900 ultra‑long‑range, and A380 aircraft.
With more than 10,000 satellites launched into low Earth orbit, Starlink can deliver multi-gigabit connectivity to aircraft via its Aero Terminal, which supports up to 1 Gbps per antenna. This means customers in all cabin classes will enjoy faster, smoother, and seamless connectivity from take‑off to landing for activities such as video streaming, sharing content on social media, gaming, and sending large files.
Customers in Suites, First Class, Business Class, PPS Club members, as well as KrisFlyer members travelling in Premium Economy Class and Economy Class, will continue to enjoy SIA’s unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi experience on board Starlink-enabled aircraft.
Starlink ends up delivering over 300 Mbps download speed, which is good enough to stream, not just browse.
Mr Yeoh Phee Teik, Senior Vice President Customer Experience, Singapore Airlines, said:
Fast, seamless connectivity is, today, an essential part of the travel experience. Singapore Airlines already offers the world’s most comprehensive complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi across our entire fleet. Starlink will take this to the next level by delivering next-generation high-speed connectivity, enabling customers to stay entertained, connected, and productive throughout their journey, with a smoother and seamless experience from take-off to landing.
Bottomline
Singapore Airlines has signed on to Starlink for its Airbus fleet for now, with the service set to roll out in 2027 on the airline’s long- and ultra-long-haul segments. The regional configuration for the A350s is not included in the mix at the moment. The Boeing fleet is also not included at the moment.
What do you think of Singapore Airlines also signing up for Starlink?
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