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Wizz Air becomes Europe’s first ultra-low-cost airline to commit to Starlink fleetwide inflight Wi‑Fi, rollout set for 2027

Wizz Air says it will be the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to sign up for satellite-based in-flight connectivity via Elon Musk’s Starlink, with a fleetwide rollout starting in 2027. The airline frames the move as an upgrade for “millions of passengers,” targeting system-wide service rather than limited trials.

2026-06-08T02:26:25.940360-07:00

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Switzerland to skip EU Copernicus Earth observation participation in coming years despite parliamentary approval

2026-06-08T00:11:14.984207-07:00

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NewOrbit raises $18.5M Series A to build very-low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites

2026-06-08T00:11:06.281029-07:00

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OQ Technology to trial direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity in Germany using cellular spectrum

2026-06-07T23:33:24.333249-07:00

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Wizz Air becomes Europe’s first ultra-low-cost airline to commit to Starlink fleetwide inflight Wi‑Fi, rollout set for 2027 Wizz Air says it will be the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to sign up for satellite-based in-flight connectivity via Elon Musk’s Starlink, with a fleetwide rollout starting in 2027. The airline frames the move as an upgrade for “millions of passengers,” targeting system-wide service rather than limited trials.

2026-06-08T02:26:25.940360-07:00

Wizz Air becomes Europe’s first ultra-low-cost airline to commit to Starlink fleetwide inflight Wi‑Fi, rollout set for 2027

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OHB begins RAMSES planetary defense spacecraft build for spring 2028 launch OHB has started construction of the RAMSES planetary defense mission spacecraft, targeting a spring 2028 launch. The move locks in an end-to-end schedule milestone for the spacecraft build ahead of integration and test, positioning RAMSES to meet its planned launch window.

2026-06-08T00:11:15.037658-07:00

OHB begins RAMSES planetary defense spacecraft build for spring 2028 launch

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Switzerland to skip EU Copernicus Earth observation participation in coming years despite parliamentary approval Switzerland will not participate in the EU’s Copernicus Earth observation program in the coming years, citing budget constraints, according to local outlets. The decision follows Swiss parliamentary approval to join, signaling a potential mismatch between political authorization and fiscal execution.

2026-06-08T00:11:14.984207-07:00

Switzerland to skip EU Copernicus Earth observation participation in coming years despite parliamentary approval

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NewOrbit raises $18.5M Series A to build very-low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites SAN FRANCISCO — UK startup NewOrbit Space has raised $18.5 million in a Series A round to develop satellites for very low Earth orbit (VLEO). The financing underlines continued investor interest in VLEO architectures as companies position for faster orbit-dependent capability build-out.

2026-06-08T00:11:06.281029-07:00

NewOrbit raises $18.5M Series A to build very-low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites

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OQ Technology to trial direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity in Germany using cellular spectrum Luxembourg-based OQ Technology plans to run a direct-to-smartphone connectivity test in Germany next year, using a local telco’s cellular spectrum. The demo is designed to establish interoperability and performance credentials for OQ’s approach as it positions against U.S.-led direct-to-device services in the emerging market.

2026-06-07T23:33:24.333249-07:00

OQ Technology to trial direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity in Germany using cellular spectrum

European Spaceflight

EREMS completes €10M French expansion with new cleanrooms and an automated production line French space electronics manufacturer EREMS has finished a €10 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in France, adding new cleanrooms and an automated production line. The project increases production capability for space-focused electronic components, supported by upgraded manufacturing infrastructure.

2026-06-07T23:18:56.289722-07:00

EREMS completes €10M French expansion with new cleanrooms and an automated production line

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Hughes Network Systems pitches flexible IFC architecture for ESA and VICTS—offering “double-ESA” and hybrid ESA-VICTS options in Hughes Network Systems says it will keep its in-flight connectivity (IFC) strategy flexible, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach as it supports multiple paths to service using ESA and VICTS. The company is presenting options including “double-ESA” and a hybrid ESA–VICTS architecture.

2026-06-07T13:26:12.093745-07:00

Hughes Network Systems pitches flexible IFC architecture for ESA and VICTS—offering “double-ESA” and hybrid ESA-VICTS options in

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Finnair in talks with SpaceX Starlink and Amazon Leo for inflight Wi‑Fi Finnair is discussing equipping its fleet with inflight Wi‑Fi using connectivity from SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Leo, making it the latest European carrier to explore LEO broadband for onboard service. The move adds pressure on satcom suppliers as airlines race to improve passenger connectivity at altitude.

2026-06-06T08:13:39.494626-07:00

Finnair in talks with SpaceX Starlink and Amazon Leo for inflight Wi‑Fi

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Wizz Air becomes Europe’s first ultra-low-cost airline to commit to Starlink fleetwide inflight Wi‑Fi, rollout set for 2027

Switzerland to skip EU Copernicus Earth observation participation in coming years despite parliamentary approval

NewOrbit raises $18.5M Series A to build very-low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellites

OQ Technology to trial direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity in Germany using cellular spectrum

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