Emirates in Talks with Musk’s SpaceX to Get Starlink on Flights
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Emirates is in discussions with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to overhaul the carrier’s internet service as the world’s largest international airline looks to enhance its in-flight Wi-Fi.
The Dubai-based company is considering a deal to fit its widebody jets with SpaceX’s Starlink internet service, according to people familiar with the matter. It’s unclear whether Emirates, which has a widebody fleet of about 250 jets and more than 300 on order from Boeing Co. and Airbus SE, would make the service complimentary or only free to loyalty and premium passengers, said the people, asking not to be identified as the negotiations are confidential.