Delta Air Lines has selected Amazon’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, currently branded as Amazon Leo and evolving from Project Kuiper, to power its next generation of in-flight connectivity and digital cabin services. The decision positions Amazon’s LEO system at the core of Delta’s future onboard experience and differentiates the carrier from rivals that have turned to other satellite providers.
According to announcements from Delta and Amazon, the airline plans an initial installation of Amazon Leo equipment on 500 aircraft beginning in 2028. Each aircraft will be fitted with a single purpose-built phased array antenna, designed to deliver download speeds of up to 1 Gbps and upload speeds up to 400 Mbps. Operating in low Earth orbit at roughly 370 miles above the surface, the constellation is intended to provide high-speed, low-latency connectivity from gate to gate.
Delta says the partnership will support streaming, gaming and communications across both domestic and international fleets, and will be integrated with its Delta Sync platform to enable more personalized digital services. The move extends Delta’s existing use of Amazon Web Services into the cabin and sets the stage for what the airline describes as a more connected, data-rich onboard environment, amid growing competition over in-flight Wi‑Fi solutions.