Starlux partners with Viasat for fleet-wide high-speed inflight internet

STARLUX Airlines has entered into a partnership with Viasat to provide high-performance in-flight connectivity (IFC) across its entire fleet. This collaboration was announced in early February, and it aims to equip all 48 of STARLUX's current and incoming aircraft, including models such as the Airbus A321neo, A330-900, A350-900, and A350-1000, with Viasat's "high-speed, reliable in-flight WiFi."

Viasat stated that STARLUX will either install or transition to its advanced connectivity system based on the ViaSat-3 "compatible and multi-orbit ready high-performance GM-40 terminal solution." Initially, Viasat-enabled aircraft will operate routes connecting major Asian hubs including Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam as well as Macau and Hong Kong.

Don Buchman from Viasat highlighted their shared commitment to innovation with STARLUX: “Through this expanded relationship," he said, "we look forward to not only providing high-quality connectivity but a comprehensive solution with the capability and flexibility to empower STARLUX to create an advanced, refined connected experience that suits its ambitions and goals.”