Qatar Airways Debuts Starlink Wi-Fi on Boeing 777 Flights
Qatar Airways has become the first airline to equip its Boeing 777s with Starlink, offering free high-speed internet to passengers.
- Qatar Airways launched its first flight with Starlink Wi-Fi, providing download speeds up to 215 Mbps, significantly faster than traditional in-flight internet services.
- The service is free for all passengers, allowing them to stream, game, and video call from 35,000 feet as they would on the ground.
- Qatar Airways plans to equip 12 Boeing 777-300s with Starlink by the end of 2024 and expand to its entire Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 fleets by 2025.
- Starlink's low Earth orbit satellites offer lower latency and higher bandwidth compared to traditional satellite internet, enhancing connectivity for in-flight users.
- This move positions Qatar Airways as a leader in in-flight connectivity, challenging competitors with its superior service offering.