IAG signs with Starlink for high-speed WiFi on Aer Lingus, BA, Iberia, LEVEL, and Vueling
The IAG group will equip over 500 aircraft with Starlink WiFi, reaching 450 Mbps speeds. All its airlines (IB, BA, VY, EI, LV) are included.
International Airlines Group (IAG) announced a strategic partnership with Starlink to implement high-speed WiFi connectivity on more than 500 aircraft across all its airlines. The agreement confirms the inclusion of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, LEVEL, and Vueling.
A new standard for the IAG group
The rollout will begin in 2026. British Airways is framing the decision as part of its £7bn transformation plan. Its CEO, Sean Doyle, stated this is a "game-changer" that will offer "Wi-Fi that feels like home."
LEVEL, IAG's long-haul airline based in Barcelona, is also joining. It plans to begin implementation in late 2026. Nuria Escorihuela, LEVEL's Chief Customer Officer, commented that adding Starlink "will allow us to offer unprecedented onboard connectivity."
In Iberia's case, the upgrade is part of its 2030 Flight Plan, which includes a total investment of 6 billion euros.
Luis Gallego, IAG's CEO, noted that "staying connected in the skies is increasingly important" and that the introduction of Starlink "will transform onboard connectivity".
High-speed connectivity
Starlink's technology uses a low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation to provide global coverage. The service will offer download speeds of up to 450 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 70 Mbps.
Access will be free for all passengers, regardless of their travel cabin: Economy, Premium Economy, or Business.
