The Lufthansa Group has announced an agreement with SpaceX to install a network of satellites. Starlink in its fleet of aircraft. The measure includes aircraft from ITA Airways and other companies in the German consortium, such as Swiss, Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines.
The initiative, according to an official statement from the Lufthansa GroupStarlink aims to offer free, high-speed internet to passengers during commercial flights. Starlink technology uses satellites in low Earth orbit. The system allows for a connection with greater bandwidth and lower latency compared to traditional services.
The implementation plan foresees the start of antenna installation in the second half of 2026. The companies' goal is to complete the equipping of all approximately 850 aircraft in the group by 2029.
At first, the The service will be free for passengers in all travel classes.Access will be granted to users registered with the profile. Travel ID or who have status in loyalty programs. With this, the group becomes one of the largest operators in Europe to offer onboard broadband at no extra cost.
The decision follows a global trend toward modernizing air connectivity. Air France has also begun installing the Starlink system in its fleet, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
For ITA AirwaysThe integration of the service is part of the operational synergy process with the German group. Ultra-fast connectivity will allow passengers to use streaming services, messaging, and remote work in a similar way to how they would use them on the ground.
