Virgin Atlantic is the first UK airline to announce plans to introduce Starlink in-flight
connectivity. The airline plans to install streaming-quality Wi-Fi on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A330S, and A330neos starting in Q3 2026, and it expects to complete the installation by the end of 2027.

By leveraging the world’s most advanced satellite constellation in low Earth orbit, Starlink
offers high-speed, low-latency internet access around the world, including the most isolated
areas. Our system guarantees that users have a dependable, quick, and secure experience. The fastest Wi-Fi in the skies will be offered entirely free of charge for Flying Club members, creating a digitally
connected cabin, across its entire fleet.

The new service aims to create a ‘home away from home’ Wi-Fi experience, allowing
customers to connect seamlessly, from the moment they board the aircraft, enjoying the
The same quality in the air as they do on the ground. During the flight, Starlink will enable
customers to enjoy elevated entertainment, including downloading and streaming their
favourite TV shows, gaming with friends on the ground, browsing the internet,
catching up on work, watching live sports games and connecting with friends and
family. Customers will be able to utilise multiple devices simultaneously, including
smartphones, laptops and tablets.

Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer, Virgin Atlantic, commented, “We never stop
innovating for our guests and today, in a first for any UK airline, we’ll soon have free,
streaming quality, unlimited, fleet-wide Wi-Fi. Together with Starlink, we are delighted to
provide our guests with the best connectivity in the skies, further elevating our onboard
experience.

“The new service allows our guests to create a home away from home experience, allowing
customers to connect seamlessly, from the moment they board the aircraft, enjoying the
same quality in the air as they do on the ground.”

In July 2024, Virgin Atlantic confirmed an order for seven A330-900neos, completing its $17
Billion fleet transformation. By 2028, the airline will operate a mixed fleet of 45 next-
generation aircraft comprising 19 A330-900s, 12 A350-1000s, and 14 787-9s.

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