• American Airlines expands its modernization efforts to equip its entire mainline fleet of over one thousand thirty aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi.
• Installations will begin in early two thousand twenty-seven across Airbus and Boeing narrowbody and widebody jets using advanced Performance Aero Terminals.
• The system delivers high-speed broadband up to one gigabit per second per terminal, supporting seamless streaming, gaming, and real-time collaboration.
• The partnership brings SpaceX advanced low-Earth orbit satellite technology to provide reliable gate-to-gate connectivity across the global airline network

American Airlines is taking the passenger flying experience to thrilling new heights by announcing a comprehensive partnership with SpaceX to install Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi across its entire mainline fleet. Building upon previous plans to equip select aircraft, this massive modernization program now encompasses more than one thousand thirty aircraft, including both Airbus and Boeing narrowbody and widebody jets. Beginning in early two thousand twenty-seven, installations will roll out across the global network, utilizing advanced Performance Aero Terminals capable of delivering incredible speeds of up to one gigabit per second per terminal.

Passengers will enjoy uninterrupted, gate-to-gate connectivity that effortlessly supports high-bandwidth activities such as livestreaming favorite shows, playing online multiplayer games, collaborating on important business projects in real time, and staying seamlessly connected with family and friends. Airline leadership emphasizes that dependable connectivity makes a meaningful difference in how travelers spend their journey, laying a robust foundation for future digital innovations. Partnering with SpaceX brings the world most advanced low-Earth orbit satellite constellation directly to the skies, ensuring travelers experience fast and reliable internet access from takeoff to touchdown. As the carrier celebrates its historic centennial year, this ambitious fleet-wide upgrade highlights a century of continuous innovation and dedication to caring for people on life journey every day.