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Travelers aboard British Airways are set to use high-speed internet in the air at no cost due to a recent deal from the billionaire's satellite firm.

Free plus Fast Wifi Across the Board

The airline revealed that this free, “quick and reliable” wifi provision from Starlink will be available for passengers in coach, premium economy, and premium cabins starting next month.

Broad Implementation Throughout Various Flight Operators

The parent company for BA, the airline group, announced it had secured an partnership with SpaceX to offer wifi services on over 500 jets across the group's airlines, such as Aer Lingus, Iberia, and Vueling.

Uninterrupted Wifi from Gate to Landing

British Airways noted that the implementation of this technology formed part of a £7bn “upgrade” initiative and will deliver uninterrupted wifi coverage to flyers starting at boarding to arrival, including when traveling over large bodies of water and far-off locations.

Passengers can link numerous gadgets and won't need to have to use a separate password.

“Gamechanging for us and travelers, improving onboard service onboard our flights through providing customers seamless wifi from gate to gate.”

Present Wifi Services

Restricted internet service is presently provided for British Airways flyers on most of the airline's aircraft through the .air system.

Members in BA’s frequent flyer program can transmit communications and text-based emails in the air without paying, while travelers looking to access music, movies, or content on their travel if not flying in premium cabins may be charged from £4.99 and £21.99 for one internet plan.

The Satellite System

Starlink uses a system comprising thousands of satellites which is operated by Elon Musk’s company.

Ongoing Developments for the Airline

BA's management are striving to improve operations around following a long time with financial constraints, system failures, labor disputes, and large-scale layoffs.

The airline stated that use of AI has assisted them to achieve their on-time performance to record highs from 2012.

Earnings Outlook

In August, BA announced a increase for operating profits for the first half of this year, assisting the parent company profit to grow.

IAG will report their earnings covering the quarter recently soon.

Recent Starlink Deals

The airline's update arrives days following telecom operator Virgin Media O2 announced it was partnering with the satellite provider to enhance cellular coverage in the countryside across the United Kingdom, by allowing users to automatically connect phones via satellites in the absence of standard cellular service exists.