STARLUX selects Viasat IFC to elevate passenger experience
STARLUX and Viasat have announced STARLUX aircraft has launched enhanced service with Viasat’s high-performance inflight connectivity (IFC) solution, marking an expanded relationship.
The phased rollout of Viasat’s high-speed, reliable inflight Wi-Fi service will span STARLUX’s entire active fleet. In total, 48 aircraft, including A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900 and A350-1000 aircraft will install or transition to Viasat's most advanced connectivity system, based on the ViaSat-3 compatible and multi-orbit ready high-performance GM-40 terminal solution. The rollout will encompass both factory installs and expedited retrofits.
STARLUX is one of the first airlines in the Asia Pacific region to adopt and deploy Viasat’s
IFC solution and onboard enablement platform to elevate the passenger experience.
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 favourite 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."
