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Low cost carrier Wizz Air has announced it will roll out fast-speed Starlink internet connectivity onboard its aircraft from 2027. All of the airline’s next-generation aircraft are expected to be equipped with Starlink. Wizz Air’s Chief Commercial Officer, Ian Malin, said, “Ultra-low-cost travel has always been about making the flying experience accessible to as many people as possible. In 2027, we are taking this philosophy into the space age. Our customers should not have to choose between affordable fares and reliable internet access on board to stay connected to the people, activities and moments that matter most. We are proud to lead this change by partnering with Starlink and bringing maximum benefits to Wizz Air passengers”.
Low cost carrier Wizz Air has announced it will roll out fast-speed Starlink internet connectivity onboard its aircraft from 2027. All of the airline’s next-generation aircraft are expected to be equipped with Starlink. Wizz Air’s Chief Commercial Officer, Ian Malin, said, “Ultra-low-cost travel has always been about making the flying experience accessible to as many people as possible. In 2027, we are taking this philosophy into the space age. Our customers should not have to choose between affordable fares and reliable internet access on board to stay connected to the people, activities and moments that matter most. We are proud to lead this change by partnering with Starlink and bringing maximum benefits to Wizz Air passengers”.
Starlink provides high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity through a network of low-Earth-orbit satellites. On aircraft, Starlink enables passengers to access fast WiFi throughout the flight, supporting activities such as video streaming, online gaming and video conferencing with performance comparable to that on the ground.
Can guarantee that Wizz will become the first airline to charge for it.
ReplyDeleteI think it's part of Elon's T&Cs that the service needs to be offered to passengers free of charge. That's why no one's monetising it.
DeleteWow 🤯, bravo Wizz Air. With all AI hype, and massive phone addiction this is going to be huge differentiator to Ryanair!
ReplyDeleteFor me it will be a reason never to use Wizz Air. 200 people scrolling TikTok reels on full volume with no headphones for three hours? No thanks.
DeleteWizz added as much passengers as Ryanair in the month of May compared to last May. Crazy
ReplyDeleteRyanair is in a state of stalemate, all the max200 are delivered so expect Ryanair growth spree with max10 deliveries in h2 FY27 and FY28
DeleteThe Pratt engine issues have been resolved in new deliveries so W6 can have a double digit annual growth again.
DeleteWell done Wizz 👏 great news for everyone
ReplyDeleteYour move OU
ReplyDeleteActually it is your move JU.
DeleteOU already offers wifi on the A220s
Deleteoh no, half the plane watching noisy TikToks with no headphones ....
ReplyDeleteThat's crazy! Well done Wizz
ReplyDeleteExcellent news!
ReplyDeleteThat is another major way to stay competitive in 2026.
Impressive that an LCC chooses to offer the best by far inflight Wi-Fi system when another legacy flag carrier thinks that Wi-Fi in this day and age is still a luxury...
So true!
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DeleteThat is how you stay competitive! By becoming a better and more desirable option for the flying public. Not by trying to ban competitors from flying like it is the 1970s.
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DeleteCant wait to fly then from Belgrade this winter
ReplyDeleteNot if Vucko has something to do about it.
DeleteThen i'll take the train up to Budapest to use them...
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