PaxEx.AeroSeth Miller

Copa’s Starlink-equipped aircraft enters service—passenger Wi-Fi now monetized on-board

Copa Airlines says its first aircraft with SpaceX’s Starlink inflight connectivity has entered service over the weekend. The rollout includes a departure from blanket free Wi-Fi: some passengers will need to pay to access online service, with the upgrade positioned as part of Copa’s broader onboard demand strategy.

2026-07-06T09:28:48.710177-07:00
FlightGlobalDominic Perry

Rolls-Royce bullish on Trent 1000 XE sales as durability upgrades pay off

By FlightGlobal: Manufacturer sees momentum building for Boeing 787 powerplant as engine enhancements bolster time-on-wing. Rolls-Royce is increasingly confident of landing a significant new order for the Trent 1000 as durability enhancements return the Boeing 787 powerplant to parity with the rival GE Aerospace GEnx engine.

2026-07-06T05:15:05.908995-07:00