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Flyers flying with British Airways can soon enjoy quick internet during flights without charge after a major partnership with the billionaire's space firm.

Complimentary plus Quick Wifi Available to Everyone

The carrier stated that the free, “fast and dependable” internet service through Starlink will be offered to travelers in economy, premium economy, or first class from next month.

Expanded Implementation Throughout Several Airlines

The holding organization of British Airways, International Airlines Group, confirmed it had secured an partnership with the satellite firm to offer connectivity access across over 500 aircraft across their carriers, such as the Irish airline, the Spanish carrier, plus Vueling.

Smooth Connectivity starting at Gate to Arrival

The airline stated that the introduction for the technology formed part of a seven billion pound “upgrade” program that will offer smooth connectivity service for flyers starting at boarding to arrival, including when traveling across oceans and remote regions.

Travelers may link multiple devices while won't need to require a special login.

Transformative for us and travelers, enhancing onboard service during flights our flights by offering customers smooth wifi throughout the flight.”

Current Wifi Offerings

Limited internet service remains available for British Airways flyers across most of its planes through its .air platform.

Enrollees in BA’s frequent flyer program are able to send messages and plain-text correspondence onboard free of charge, whereas flyers wishing to watch music, movies, and films on their flight and are not flying in premium cabins can expect to pay from £4.99 to £21.99 for one internet plan.

SpaceX’s System

The provider operates a network of many thousands of satellites which is operated by SpaceX’s aerospace firm.

Ongoing Developments for BA

Their leadership has been striving to turn British Airways again after years of financial constraints, technology issues, labor disputes, and staff cuts.

British Airways stated that application of smart technology has assisted them to achieve the airline's punctuality at peak performance from over a decade ago.

Profit Outlook

Recently, the carrier announced a rise in operating profits during the first half of the year, assisting the parent company earnings upward.

The group is due to announce the earnings covering the quarter this summer soon.

Additional SpaceX Partnerships

British Airways’ news follows days following wireless operator another UK company revealed it was teaming up with SpaceX to enhance wireless connectivity across remote areas of the UK, enabling customers to easily connect mobile devices via orbiting devices in the absence of standard cellular service exists.