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VIRGIN ATLANTIC SOARS WITH FREE STARLINK WI-FI AND PREMIUM UPGRADES

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July 12, 2025

Virgin Atlantic has announced a transformative overhaul of its passenger experience, headlined by free Starlink WiFi across its entire fleet and a major cabin upgrade program.

VIRGIN ATLANTIC SOARS WITH FREE STARLINK WI-FI AND PREMIUM UPGRADES

The initiative, unveiled at an exclusive London event, makes Virgin the first U.K. airline to offer SpaceX’s high-speed satellite internet, set to roll out starting in the third quarter of 2026 and complete by the end of 2027. The WiFi, available to all passengers via a free Flying Club account, supports streaming, gaming, and work on multiple devices, promising ground-like connectivity at 35,000 feet.

The upgrades extend beyond WiFi. Virgin's Boeing 787-9 fleet will undergo a full cabin refresh by 2028, boosting Upper Class seats from 31 to 44 in a 1-2-1 layout, inspired by the Airbus A330neo's design. The airline is also expanding premium seating across its 10 new A330neos, adding 400 daily business-class seats on routes to New York, Boston, and Miami.

These changes, part of a $17 billion fleet transformation, aim to cement Virgin's status as a premium long-haul carrier.

imageThe announcements, detailed by Simple Flying, reflect Virgin's bid to stand out in a competitive market where connectivity and comfort drive loyalty. With Starlink’s low-latency speeds up to 250 Mbps, and premium-focused cabins, the airline targets both business travelers and leisure flyers, though the loss of WiFi revenue and retrofit costs pose financial challenges.

STARLINK WIFI TAKES FLIGHT

Virgin's deal with SpaceX’s Starlink marks a leap from its current Viasat and Panasonic WiFi, which costs up to $35 per flight and often delivers spotty performance. Starting in 2026, Starlink’s satellite network will equip Virgin's Airbus A330neos, A350-1000s, and Boeing 787-9s, offering free, unlimited access to Flying Club members. The service, supporting live TV, streaming, and e-commerce, aims to match ground speeds, a stark upgrade from the 3.3 Mbps download rates reported on older systems.

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