United Airlines Fast-Tracks Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout with Free Access for MileagePlus Members
United Airlines has announced that its Starlink-powered in-flight Wi-Fi will be available sooner than anticipated, with the first marketable test flight listed for the coming month aboard an Embraer E-175 indigenous spurt.
The airline plans to equip all of its two-cabin indigenous aircraft with the technology before the end of 2025.
The mainline fleet will follow, with the first plane outfitted this year. Starlink is the fastest, most reliable connection available at 35,000 feet.
Starlink ✈️ United Airlines
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A Strategic Partnership with SpaceX
United’s collaboration with SpaceX brings Starlink to United flights, offering a high-speed, low-latency connection in the air. In time, the airline plans to add the service to its entire fleet.
Starlink will be free for all MileagePlus loyalty members and includes shopping, streaming services, and entertainment. The program is free to join.
UNITED AIRLINES CLEARED FOR FIRST STARLINK-EQUIPPED MAINLINE FLIGHT
United Airlines says the FAA has officially approved its first mainline aircraft fitted with SpaceX’s Starlink internet system.
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MileagePlus Loyalty Program
MileagePlus includes the following:
- Miles never expire
- Free to join
- Free to earn miles
- No blackout date for award seats
- Miles can be used to purchase Wi-Fi, seats, snacks, and more
- The only loyalty program that allows family and friends to pool miles in a joint account
On average, 31,000 MileagePlus members fly each day. During the summer of 2024, over 3 million MileagePlus members used award tickets.
CEO’s Vision for the Future
Richard Nunn, CEO of United MileagePlus, commented: “We have a lot planned for our MileagePlus members this year and adding Starlink to as many planes as we can, as quickly as we can, is at the center of it all.
It’s not only going to revolutionize the experience of flying United, but it’s also going to unlock tons of new partnerships and benefits for our members that otherwise wouldn’t be possible.”
United Airlines is making significant strides in enhancing the in-flight experience for its passengers. With the preface of Starlink- powered Wi- Fi, the airline is setting a new standard for connectivity in the skies.
Passengers can look forward to briskly, further dependable internet access on their devices, along with a host of other benefits through the MileagePlus loyalty program.
