Wizz Air will offer Starlink satellite internet across its fleet from 2027, becoming the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to provide the service. The announcement highlights growing adoption of the technology even as budget rivals cite substantial costs.
The move positions Wizz Air ahead of European budget rivals that have cited high costs as a barrier.
Ryanair and EasyJet have previously flagged that offering Starlink's in-flight Wi-Fi comes with significant cost challenges.
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