Lufthansa Group continues to invest in its premium customer experience with a collaboration with Starlink, which will see all of the company’s approximately 850 aircraft outfitted with high-speed internet access from 2026 onwards. The addition of Starlink WiFi will occur within the existing fleet, as well as on all new aircraft, making Lufthansa Group the largest airline group in Europe to upgrade its fleet with the technology.

Starlink uses satellite technology to provide internet access mid-air, and the cooperation between the two companies is part of Lufthansa Group’s extensive investments in new aircraft and premium product and service innovations along the entire travel chain. By 2029, the entire fleet with be equipped with the new connectivity offering.

“In our anniversary year, in which we are celebrating Lufthansa’s 100th birthday, we have decided to introduce a new high-speed internet solution from Starlink for all our airlines. The Lufthansa Group is taking the next step and setting an essential milestone for the premium travel experience of our customers. Connectivity on board plays an important role today, and with Starlink, we are not only investing in the best product on the market, but also in the satisfaction of our passengers,” said Dieter Vranckx, chief commercial officer, Lufthansa Group.