British Airways has launched its inaugural flight featuring significantly faster Wi-Fi for passengers, marking a notable upgrade in its onboard connectivity. The airline became the first UK carrier to implement Elon Musk’s Starlink internet system, with the maiden journey taking place on a Boeing 787-8 from London Heathrow to Houston, USA, on Thursday.
Previously, British Airways’ internet service was limited to its slower and less reliable .air system. The airline plans to integrate Starlink across its entire fleet of over 300 aircraft, excluding BA CityFlyer planes, within the next two years as part of a "£7 billion transformation" initiative.
