Alaska Airlines has installed Starlink internet on all its aircraft
The integration of digital technologies in aviation has reached a new stage, reported Zamin.uz.
Alaska Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has fully completed the installation of Starlink satellite internet on all 91 of its regional aircraft. This step will allow passengers to use high-speed internet during flights, just like on the ground.
According to reports, Alaska Airlines and its subsidiary Hawaiian currently have nearly 150 aircraft equipped with the Starlink system. Notably, this service is provided completely free of charge to members of the Atmos Rewards loyalty program.
This is an important part of the airline's strategy to increase its customer base and improve service quality. Starlink technology differs from traditional aviation internet with its low latency and high data transmission capacity.
Onboard data download speed can reach up to 500 megabits per second, while upload speed can reach up to 70 megabits per second. Such indicators allow passengers to make high-quality video calls, play online games, and watch HD videos even at high altitudes.
The Starlink revolution in global aviation is spreading rapidly. Southwest Airlines has begun flights with its first aircraft equipped with Starlink.
United Airlines uses the system on long-haul routes, while Spain's Iberia airline employs it on commercial routes. Currently, Starlink internet is cooperating with 41 airlines worldwide.
The number of aircraft equipped under the program has exceeded 7,000. This indicator indicates that satellite internet will soon become an indispensable part of the aviation industry.
This news is also significant for Uzbek travelers and users of international flights. The adoption of such technologies by global airlines intensifies competition, and over time, operators serving Central Asian routes will also be forced to adopt such high standards.
The leadership of Alaska Air Group has set ambitious goals. The company plans to fully equip more than 400 of its aircraft with the Starlink system by 2027.
The main advantage of the system is that it ensures uninterrupted operation both before takeoff and after landing.
