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Flyers on this carrier are set to access fast internet during flights free of charge due to a new deal involving the billionaire's satellite company.

Complimentary plus High-speed Connectivity Across the Board

The carrier announced that the free, “fast and dependable” internet provision via the satellite provider is set to be accessible for travelers in economy, business, and premium cabins from soon.

Expanded Rollout Throughout Several Carriers

The umbrella company of the airline, International Airlines Group, confirmed it had finalized an agreement with SpaceX for providing connectivity access on 500-plus jets operated by the group's operators, including Aer Lingus, Iberia, plus the low-cost airline.

Seamless Connectivity starting at Boarding to Landing

The airline explained that this rollout of this technology was included in a seven billion pound “upgrade” program that will deliver smooth connectivity coverage to passengers starting at boarding through arrival, including when traveling above large bodies of water or remote regions.

Travelers will be able to link multiple devices while won't need to require a special password.

Revolutionary for us as well as passengers, improving onboard service during flights on BA by giving passengers continuous connectivity throughout the flight.”

Existing Internet Offerings

Restricted wifi service is currently offered to British Airways passengers through the majority of its aircraft using its .air system.

Enrollees in the airline's reward scheme may send messages and plain-text emails onboard without paying, while travelers who want to stream audio, films, and content throughout the journey who are not travelling in business or first can expect to be charged from £4.99 to £21.99 for a connectivity plan.

The Satellite Network

Starlink maintains a network comprising thousands with orbiting devices and is run under the billionaire's aerospace firm.

Recent Improvements at BA

BA's management are focusing to revitalize British Airways again following a period of budget reductions, IT problems, strikes, and large-scale layoffs.

The airline noted that application with smart technology had helped them to bring the airline's punctuality at peak performance from over a decade ago.

Earnings Results

Recently, British Airways reported a increase for operating profits during H1 of the year, contributing to IAG’s earnings higher.

IAG is set to announce its financial performance covering Q3 from July to September soon.

Other Starlink Partnerships

The airline's news arrives shortly after mobile phone provider the telecom firm announced it was partnering with SpaceX to improve wireless connectivity in rural parts of the UK, by allowing consumers to automatically hook up phones through space-based systems in the absence of regular cellular service is available.