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El Al signs in-flight internet deal with SpaceX's Starlink, free from 2027

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Israeli flag carrier El Al has signed an agreement with SpaceX's Starlink satellite network to provide free high-speed internet on its flights, starting in 2027, according to the company's announcement on Monday.

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Israeli flag carrier El Al has signed an agreement with SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet constellation, a company owned by Elon Musk, to offer free onboard Wi-Fi to passengers starting in 2027. The deal, announced Monday evening, will equip El Al's fleet with Starlink terminals, enabling high-speed connectivity during flights at no extra cost to travelers. El Al is the latest major airline to partner with Starlink, joining carriers such as Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. The move is part of a broader trend among global airlines to enhance in-flight experience and compete for business travelers. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The service is expected to roll out across El Al's fleet gradually from 2027.

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