🔗 Share this article The carrier will offer no-cost fast onboard wifi by way of satellite partnership Passengers aboard British Airways are set to use high-speed connectivity in the air free of charge after a recent deal involving SpaceX's communications firm. No-cost and Fast Connectivity for All The airline revealed that this complimentary, “quick and reliable” connectivity provision from Starlink is set to be offered to customers in coach, business, and first class starting soon. Widespread Rollout Across Various Carriers The parent firm of British Airways, IAG, announced it had finalized an partnership with SpaceX to offer internet access on over 500 aircraft across their carriers, such as Aer Lingus, Iberia, plus Vueling. Smooth Wifi from Boarding to Arrival The airline explained that this introduction of the technology was part of a multi-billion pound “modernization” program that will offer smooth internet access for passengers from the gate to landing, including when in flight above seas and remote regions. Travelers will be able to link several devices while do not have to use a unique password. Transformative for us as well as travelers, elevating onboard service in the air on BA through providing customers smooth wifi throughout the flight.” Current Internet Offerings Restricted internet access remains provided to BA passengers through the majority of their jets through its .air service. Members in BA’s reward scheme may send messages and plain-text emails onboard free of charge, while passengers looking to stream music, films, and content on their flight who are not flying in first class may pay between four pounds ninety-nine and twenty-one pounds ninety-nine per connectivity plan. The Satellite Infrastructure Starlink maintains a constellation comprising thousands of satellites and it's operated by the billionaire's SpaceX. Latest Upgrades for British Airways Their management has been working to turn operations around after years of cost cutting, technology issues, strikes, and staff cuts. British Airways explained that implementation with artificial intelligence had helped them to achieve their on-time performance to peak performance from 2012. Profit Performance In August, BA reported a increase in earnings during H1 of this year, helping to push its owner results higher. The group is set to announce the earnings for the quarter this summer soon. Additional Starlink Partnerships The airline's news follows shortly following wireless carrier the telecom firm said it was teaming up with the satellite provider to enhance mobile network service in the countryside across the United Kingdom, enabling users to automatically link mobile devices through satellites if there is no traditional cellular service can be found.