Aviation News 3 September 2025 - 23 January 2026

Musk’s Starlink is spreading on planes — but Ryanair says the math won’t work
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Musk’s Starlink is spreading on planes — but Ryanair says the math won’t work

Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary rejected Starlink’s in-flight Wi-Fi, citing higher fuel use and low demand from budget passengers. Elon Musk and O’Leary clashed publicly as major long-haul airlines sign deals for faster satellite internet to attract premium travelers. The cost per aircraft can reach $170,000. Full-service carriers push Wi-Fi as essential, while low-cost rivals focus on keeping expenses down.
January 23, 2026
Sky-High Wi-Fi Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs Gogo – The Battle for In-Flight Internet Supremacy
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Sky-High Wi-Fi Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs Gogo – The Battle for In-Flight Internet Supremacy

SpaceX’s Starlink now delivers 200–350 Mbps in-flight Wi-Fi, far outpacing older systems. Major airlines including Delta, United, and Air France have begun offering free onboard internet, often using new high-throughput satellite providers. Viasat/Inmarsat, Intelsat, Panasonic, and Thales remain key players as airlines rapidly upgrade fleets. OneWeb-Eutelsat entered the market in 2024.
September 2, 2025