Starlink hikes aviation prices, cuts data and caps 'Mini' plan at 87 knots

Starlink increased aviation subscription prices, reduced data allowances and set an 87‑knot speed cap on its low‑cost 'Mini' plan — immediate, quantifiable changes operators must model into connectivity contracts and passenger revenue forecasts.

Major carriers are already rolling out Starlink at scale (United >1,000 installs; Southwest targeting 300+ 737s), so per-seat connectivity costs and service limits will affect large fleet economics and passenger experience.

Business aviation exposure is material: NetJets plans to fit 600+ business jets with Starlink, so subscription and data-policy changes will directly hit fractional and corporate operators' operating costs and customer offerings (NetJets 600+ installs).