British Airways installs Starlink on first 787-8

British Airways’ first aircraft equipped with Starlink Wi-Fi has entered service.

The 787-8 aircraft bound for Houston is the first in the airline’s fleet to be connected, giving customers fast wifi.  Within the next two years the entire British Airways fleet of more than 300 aircraft will have this new technology available for all customers free of charge.

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Describing the launch as “a landmark moment,” Sean Doyle, British Airways’ Chairman and Chief Executive said: “We’re excited to be the first UK airline to bring this level of connectivity to our customers”.

“This milestone is part of a wider investment in elevating every aspect of our customer journey as we continue to modernise our airline”.

As well as improving the experience for customers on board, who can enjoy home-like connectivity even at 38,000 feet — the same high-speed service will enable the airline’s Cabin Crew and Flight Crew to communicate seamlessly in real time with colleagues on the ground.

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