American Airlines announced plans to install SpaceX's Starlink internet service on over 500 of its narrow-body Airbus aircraft, including the A321neo, starting early next year. This move follows Starlink's existing contracts with United, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines, marking a growing trend among major carriers to upgrade to faster, more reliable in-flight Wi-Fi. American Airlines will continue using other providers like Viasat and Panasonic on its Boeing fleet for now. The upgrade aims to attract higher-spending customers by improving internet speed and exploring new revenue streams such as personalized ads. SpaceX's connectivity unit, including Starlink, generated $11.39 billion in revenue last year and is preparing for a major IPO soon.
American Airlines has elected John W. Dietrich to its board of directors, where he will serve on the Audit and Finance Committees. Dietrich brings 35 years of experience in aviation and air cargo, including recent roles as CFO of FedEx and CEO of Atl...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted largely in the US, has driven significant traffic gains for major US airlines like American, Delta, and United. American Airlines added over 27,000 seats on routes to host cities, while United saw nearly a 20% booking ...
