Frontier to Launch Starlink Wi-Fi in 2027 as First U.S. Airline With Directly Managed System
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Updated · USA TODAY · Jul 14
Frontier to Launch Starlink Wi-Fi in 2027 as First U.S. Airline With Directly Managed System
3 articles · Updated · USA TODAY · Jul 14
Summary
Early 2027 marks Frontier’s first onboard internet rollout, ending years without Wi-Fi on one of the last major U.S. holdouts.
Starlink will power the service through a system managed directly by SpaceX, which Frontier says will support streaming and gaming while giving pilots, cabin crew and ground teams gate-to-gate connectivity.
Frontier has not yet disclosed pricing or service parameters, even as CEO Jimmy Dempsey says the airline is adding features that matter to customers while keeping low fares.
The move follows Frontier’s recent push into higher-end offerings such as First Class seating and expanded loyalty perks, reflecting competitive pressure as many U.S. rivals already offer free or subsidized Wi-Fi.