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United adds live NFL and college football to Starlink-equipped flights through DISH partnership

United Airlines passengers can watch live professional and college football on Starlink-enabled seatback screens under a new agreement with DISH. The service, available across nine major sports networks and running through Super Bowl Sunday, brings ABC, CBS, FOX, ESPN and other live programming onboard.

Discovered 2026-09-17T09:21:38.635203-07:00 | 2026-09-17T09:21:38.635203-07:00

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United is using live sports programming to differentiate its onboard connectivity and entertainment offering across its Starlink-equipped fleet.
The agreement expands access to live content from nine major sports networks, including ABC, CBS, FOX and ESPN, through Super Bowl Sunday.
The move highlights the growing role of reliable connectivity and real-time entertainment in the passenger experience.

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