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Lufthansa is moving to equip its first Airbus A350-1000 with Starlink ahead of the aircraft’s service debut on Dec. 3. The installation would make the new flagship’s inaugural operation the airline’s first opportunity to offer the satellite connectivity service aboard the type.
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Lufthansa is moving to equip its first Airbus A350-1000 with Starlink ahead of the aircraft’s service debut on Dec. 3. The installation would make the new flagship’s inaugural operation the airline’s first opportunity to offer the satellite connectivity service aboard the type.
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