Select a question above or ask something else Virgin Atlantic announced Tuesday that it will install Elon Musk’s Starlink throughout its fleet, becoming the latest airline to opt for the satellite technology. The carrier said it will start the installation on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and Airbus A330neos during the third quarter of 2026 and expects to complete the installation by the end of 2027. The in-flight Wi-Fi will also be free. Virgin is the first airline in the U.K. to partner with Starlink, which is owned by SpaceX. More airlines have been inking deals with Starlink for its high-speed in-flight connectivity and as part of a strategy to attract more business and premium customers. United Airlines recently started operating regional aircraft with Starlink and plans to install the technology on mainline aircraft later this year. In Europe, Air France announced last year that it would install Starlink and Latvian-based airBaltic has already started using the technology. Virgin said customers will be able to access live TV and streaming, gaming, and online shopping. Customers will also be able to use multiple devices. Starlink is not the only high-profile tech investment for Virgin. The carrier recently inked a partnership with OpenAI for an AI-assisted concierge service. The switch to Starlink also comes as Virgin is implementing a slate of other changes to the passenger experience. The U.K.-based carrier has plans to refurbish its 787 cabins and add more premium seating. The company added that it would expand the premium cabins on 10 A330neos, adding six Retreat Suites, 48 Upper Class seats, and 56 premium seats. Airlines Sector Stock Index Performance Year-to-Date What am I looking at? The performance of airline sector stocks within the ST200. The index includes companies publicly traded across global markets including network carriers, low-cost carriers, and other related companies. The Skift Travel 200 (ST200) combines the financial performance of nearly 200 travel companies worth more than a trillion dollars into a single number. See more airlines sector financial performance.