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Travelers on British Airways are set to enjoy quick connectivity in the air at no cost after a new deal from SpaceX's space company.

Free plus High-speed Internet for All

British Airways stated that this no-cost, “reliable and lightning-fast” internet offering via Starlink is set to be offered for passengers flying economy, business, or premium cabins starting the coming month.

Expanded Rollout Across Various Flight Operators

The umbrella company for the airline, International Airlines Group, stated it had finalized an agreement involving the satellite firm for providing connectivity coverage for over 500 jets across their airlines, which also include the Irish airline, Iberia, and Vueling.

Seamless Connectivity from Boarding to Landing

British Airways stated that the introduction of the service formed part of a seven billion pound “modernization” program and will offer uninterrupted wifi coverage to travelers from boarding through arrival, including when they are flying over oceans or far-off locations.

Customers will be able to link several devices and do not have to use a separate access code.

“Gamechanging for us and passengers, elevating the journey in the air with us by offering them continuous connectivity from gate to gate.”

Present Connectivity Services

Basic internet access is currently offered for British Airways flyers through nearly all of the airline's planes through its .air service.

Enrollees in BA’s frequent flyer program can send texts and plain-text messages during flights free of charge, whereas travelers wishing to watch audio, movies, and content throughout their travel who are not flying in first class might be charged between £4.99 and £21.99 per wifi plan.

Starlink’s Network

SpaceX operates a system comprising thousands with orbiting devices which is managed by the billionaire's SpaceX.

Latest Developments at the Airline

Their management have been focusing to improve British Airways again after years of budget reductions, system failures, strikes, plus mass redundancies.

The airline noted that use of smart technology has assisted them to reach its punctuality to the best levels since 2012.

Profit Outlook

In August, BA disclosed a jump for operating profits for the first half of the year, assisting IAG’s earnings higher.

International Airlines Group will report the results covering the three months this summer shortly.

Recent Satellite Agreements

British Airways’ update arrives shortly after mobile phone operator another UK company revealed it was partnering with SpaceX to improve wireless connectivity across remote areas of the UK, by allowing users to easily link handsets using space-based systems in the absence of traditional cellular service exists.