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VietJet selects Starlink inflight Wi-Fi for 120 aircraft despite China and India coverage gaps

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VietJet plans to equip an initial 120 aircraft with Starlink inflight connectivity, even though the satellite operator lacks landing rights in China and India. The selection underscores the operational and regulatory constraints airlines face when deploying satellite-based passenger connectivity across international networks.

Discovered 2026-09-28T12:35:02.236604-07:00 | 2026-09-28T12:35:02.236604-07:00

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  • VietJet’s 120-aircraft commitment is a significant prospective deployment of Starlink connectivity, linking passenger experience upgrades with fleetwide technology decisions.
  • The absence of Starlink landing rights in China and India creates coverage and regulatory limitations that VietJet will need to manage on routes serving those markets.

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