Singapore Airlines plans to equip its Airbus A350-900 long-haul, A350-900 ultra-long-range, and A380 aircraft with Starlink satellite connectivity. The rollout begins in the first quarter of 2027 and will conclude by the end of 2029.
Starlink’s low Earth orbit network, with over 10,000 satellites, uses Aero Terminals capable of up to 1 Gbps per antenna. This upgrade aims to provide faster, seamless internet from takeoff to landing, supporting video streaming, social media, gaming, and large file transfers across all cabin classes.
Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi will continue for Suites, First Class, and Business Class passengers, as well as PPS Club members and KrisFlyer members in Premium Economy and Economy on equipped aircraft. Currently, the airline offers free Wi-Fi fleetwide via Panasonic systems, typically at 4-9 Mbps, but excludes Boeing 737 MAX 8s, 777-300ERs, 787-10s, and medium-haul A350-900s from the Starlink upgrade, covering about one-third of its under-150-aircraft fleet.
Yeoh Phee Teik, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience, stated that fast, seamless connectivity has become essential for travel, with Starlink delivering a smoother high-speed experience.