The phased rollout of Viasat’s high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi service will span STARLUX’s entire active fleet. In total, 48 aircraft – including A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900 and A350-1000s – will install or transition to Viasat’s most advanced connectivity system.
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Initially, Viasat-enabled aircraft will service major Asian transport hubs, including: Taipei, Singapore, Jakarta, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Manila, Macau, Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Sendai, and Hong Kong.
Since its launch in 2018, STARLUX has prioritized a premium travel experience, and the selection of Viasat’s latest and industry-leading IFC solution, enabled by its resilient multi-orbit satellite roadmap, for the carrier’s entire fleet underscores this dedication.
With Viasat’s high-capacity Ka-band satellite network over the Asia Pacific region, expected to soon include one of Viasat’s next generation ViaSat-3 satellites, passengers on STARLUX flights will be able to stream their favorite movies and shows, browse the internet, stay connected with loved ones through messaging apps, and maintain productivity while traveling onboard any STARLUX aircraft.
“Viasat is proud to partner with STARLUX, an airline that shares our passion for innovation and customer satisfaction,” said Don Buchman, Senior Vice President and GM, Commercial Aviation at Viasat. “Through this expanded relationship, we look forward to not only providing high quality connectivity, but a comprehensive solution with the capability and flexibility to empower STARLUX to create an advanced, refined connected experience that suits its ambitions and goals.”