hawaiian Air: Free Starlink WiFi

A new free Wi-Fi service has been launched by Hawaiian Airlines via SpaceX's Starlink satellite.

Starlink was hailed as a global connectivity solution from Hawaiian Airlines CEO Peter Ingram, during a speech.

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There is also free Wi-Fi available on all flights operated by JetBlue Airways and Delta Air Lines.

Over the Pacific Ocean, Hawaiian Airlines has a wide range of flights available.

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A high-quality internet experience is highlighted by Chad Gibbs from SpaceX in this video.

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It was first announced in April 2022 that Hawaiian Airlines and SpaceX had formed a partnership.

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Over 2.3 million users are currently connected to this network, which consists of over 5,000 satellites.

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Currently, there is no information on the cost of installing the Starlink terminals on commercial aircraft.

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Airbus A321 planes operated by Hawaiian Airlines are actively being fitted with Starlink terminals.

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As of this year, 18 planes will be equipped with Starlink and 24 planes will be equipped with A330.

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Before Starlink terminals could be installed, SpaceX needed to obtain FAA certification.

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Over 30,000 flights around the world have used the Starlink service.

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There have been three new deals announced by Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi on airBaltic, Zipair, and Qatar Airways.

Amid the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines introduces the Starlink service.

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