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Frontier Airlines to debut Wi-Fi in 2027 with SpaceX's Starlink
CNBC • • business
Key Points:
- Frontier Airlines and four other budget carriers plan to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi powered by SpaceX's Starlink starting early 2027, marking a significant expansion for the satellite internet provider.
- Frontier's first Airbus equipped with Starlink internet will debut in early 2027, though it remains unclear if the service will be free for passengers.
- Frontier was previously hesitant to add Wi-Fi due to concerns about added weight from the necessary equipment, making it one of the last U.S. airlines to adopt the service.
- The other carriers involved—Mexico's Volaris, Europe's Wizz, Chile's Jetsmart, and the Philippines' Cebu Pacific—share a common investor, Indigo Partners, led by airline investor Bill Franke.
- Starlink has deals with over 40 global airlines, including major U.S. carriers United and American Airlines, reflecting growing demand for high-quality in-flight internet services.
