Internet

From the second half of 2026, Lufthansa Group passengers will enjoy ultra-fast satellite internet, free of charge for status passengers and Travel ID users

More and more airlines are offering the option to book a business-class flight with components priced separately. Don't want a lounge? No problem. Can you manage without internet access? Please. Want a private driver and free cancellation? You'll pay, and it's lot

TAROM has partnered with Ubigi to offer passengers a free 1 GB eSIM after booking, providing instant internet access on arrival abroad; the offer also includes a 30% discount on data plans

The US Embassy in Dar es Salaam issues a warning to citizens ahead of calls for nationwide protests, warning of riots, possible curfews, roadblocks, internet shutdowns, and flight and ferry cancellations

Emirates' "little sister," Flydubai, announced that as early as next year, Elon Musk's satellite internet service will be offered on all of its aircraft, free of charge; the service will include streaming, video calls, and games

Emirates leads airline connectivity with free Starlink WiFi, gradually equipping its fleet of 232 aircraft for seamless browsing and entertainment by 2027

British Airways will provide free internet to passengers via Elon Musk's Starlink network: "Part of an overall investment in a £7 billion service improvement journey"

Due to violent unrest following elections in Tanzania, curfews have been imposed in various regions and internet access is blocked

Following violent protests over the October 29 elections, Tanzania faces a nationwide curfew and internet disruptions. The U.S. Embassy urges caution

In a few months, Wizz Air plans to launch "Wizz Class", a new low-cost business class on some of its flights, together with Wizz Play, a new Internet system

Emirates leads airline connectivity with free Starlink WiFi, gradually equipping its fleet of 232 aircraft for seamless browsing and entertainment by 2027

United Airlines' New York-Houston flight marks the first time a major U.S. airline has offered Starlink high-speed internet on a Boeing 737-800 aircraft

Air France equips its new Airbus A350 aircraft with unlimited free Wi-Fi, marking a first for long-haul flights. By the end of 2025, around 30% of the fleet will feature the new technology, with full fleet coverage by the end of 2026. Additionally, the regional fleet will also get Wi-Fi for the first time, alongside redesigned passenger cabins

United Airlines is accelerating the rollout of Starlink service on its flights, which includes high-speed internet, streaming, and free gaming for MileagePlus members, and will equip over 40 regional aircraft with Starlink technology by the end of 2025, with an average installation time of just 8 hours - the first has already been successfully installed