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• Kate Duffy
The European low-cost carrier plans to begin fitting Starlink connectivity across its Airbus fleet in the first half of 2027, despite earlier concerns that the economics did not work. The move comes as airline executives look to onboard internet to attract customers and grow revenue amid rising fuel costs.
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