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Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Virgin Atlantic to offer free Starlink Wi-Fi across entire fleet by 2027
Virgin Atlantic has become the first UK airline to announce free, fleet-wide in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Starlink, SpaceX's low Earth orbit satellite network. The high-speed, low-latency internet will be offered across all cabins on Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos starting in Q3 2026, with full rollout expected by the end of 2027. 'The new service allows our guests to create a home away from home experience, allowing customers to connect seamlessly, from the moment they board the aircraft, enjoying the same quality in the air as they do on the ground,' said Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer at Virgin Atlantic, according to a press release by company. The service will be entirely free for Flying Club members. Passengers will be able to use multiple devices—phones, tablets, and laptops, simultaneously throughout the flight. The airline says the enhanced connectivity will also allow for streaming live sports, shopping online, and keeping in touch with friends and family in real time. 'In a first for any UK airline, we'll soon have free, streaming quality, unlimited, fleet-wide Wi-Fi. Together with Starlink, we are delighted to provide our guests with the best connectivity in the skies,' Fitzpatrick added. The announcement comes amid Virgin Atlantic's ongoing fleet transformation. In 2024, the airline confirmed a $17 billion order for seven A330-900neos. By 2028, the carrier will operate a next-generation fleet of 45 aircraft.
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Inside Virgin Atlantic's multi-million makeover: Comfier seats, new planes & big news if you watch Netflix on flights
VIRGIN has revealed its huge multi-billon plans in the next decade. The airline has already invested $17billion (£12.5billion) into upgrading their fleet, which will see 45 aircraft by 2028. 5 More business and premium economy seats will be onboard 5 It will be the first airline in the UK to have streaming quality WiFi onboard And new major plans include a full retrofit of the Boeing 787-9 fleet, including the first Retreat Suite business class. More Not only that, but they are to be the first UK airline to have streaming-quality Using Starlink, all Flying Club members will be able to use it, with it being rolled out from next year and finished by 2027. Read more on Virgin Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer, Virgin Atlantic, explained; "In a first for any UK airline, we'll soon have free, streaming quality, unlimited, fleet-wide Wi-Fi . "Together with Other updates include an upgraded app, as well as a new AI concierge to help with booking holidays or on-holiday assistance. Millions of pounds are also being invested into airport lounges after the launch of the LAX Clubhouse in the US. Most read in News Travel Both The Virgin Atlantic Flying Club will also let all passengers earn points, which don't expire. I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza parlours, rooftop bars and karaoke sessions-I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza shops & rooftop bar 5 The 787's will get a huge retrofit like the A330neos Credit: Virgin Atlantic 5 Airport lounges are also being upgraded Flying taxis connecting airports to city centres were also announced with electric air taxi Joby, along with new toiletries onboard offered by Votary. Shai Weiss, CEO of "The first UK airline to have free, streaming quality, fleet-wide Wi-Fi; more premium cabins and a full retrofit of the 787 fleet; alongside a new app featuring the world of Virgin Atlantic in your pocket, all delivered by our amazing teams. "The best is yet to come.' Next year, Virgin Atlantic is From March 29 next year, daily flights will link the UK to the Korean city. Other new Virgin flights include to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, as well as increase flights to India to celebrate 25 years flying there. And here is 5 The airline has just completed its multi-billion fleet orders Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Inside Virgin Atlantic's multi-million makeover: Comfier seats, new planes & big news if you watch Netflix on flights
Millions of pounds are also being invested into the airport lounges worldwide ON THE UP ON THE UP Inside Virgin Atlantic's multi-million makeover: Comfier seats, new planes & big news if you watch Netflix on flights Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VIRGIN has revealed its huge multi-billon plans in the next decade. The airline has already invested $17billion (£12.5billion) into upgrading their fleet, which will see 45 aircraft by 2028. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 More business and premium economy seats will be onboard 5 It will be the first airline in the UK to have streaming quality WiFi onboard And new major plans include a full retrofit of the Boeing 787-9 fleet, including the first Retreat Suite business class. More premium economy and Upper Class seats are being added on the A330neo plans too, with plans for double the amount. Not only that, but they are to be the first UK airline to have streaming-quality WiFi onboard, meaning you can watch your Netflix from your phone. Using Starlink, all Flying Club members will be able to use it, with it being rolled out from next year and finished by 2027. Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer, Virgin Atlantic, explained; "In a first for any UK airline, we'll soon have free, streaming quality, unlimited, fleet-wide Wi-Fi. "Together with Starlink, we are delighted to provide our guests with the best connectivity in the skies, further elevating our onboard experience." Other updates include an upgraded app, as well as a new AI concierge to help with booking holidays or on-holiday assistance. Millions of pounds are also being invested into airport lounges after the launch of the LAX Clubhouse in the US. Both London Heathrow and JFK will see upgrades lounges, along with new lounges in other destinations. The Virgin Atlantic Flying Club will also let all passengers earn points, which don't expire. I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza parlours, rooftop bars and karaoke sessions-I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza shops & rooftop bar 5 The 787's will get a huge retrofit like the A330neos Credit: Virgin Atlantic 5 Airport lounges are also being upgraded Flying taxis connecting airports to city centres were also announced with electric air taxi Joby, along with new toiletries onboard offered by Votary. Shai Weiss, CEO of Virgin Atlantic, said "We are investing billions to fly the youngest fleet across the Atlantic. "The first UK airline to have free, streaming quality, fleet-wide Wi-Fi; more premium cabins and a full retrofit of the 787 fleet; alongside a new app featuring the world of Virgin Atlantic in your pocket, all delivered by our amazing teams. "The best is yet to come.' Next year, Virgin Atlantic is launching flights to Seoul in South Korea. From March 29 next year, daily flights will link the UK to the Korean city. Other new Virgin flights include to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, as well as increase flights to India to celebrate 25 years flying there. And here is what it is like to go on a Virgin Voyages cruise holiday.
The Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Inside Virgin Atlantic's multi-million makeover: Comfier seats, new planes & big news if you watch Netflix on flights
VIRGIN has revealed its huge multi-million makeover in the next few years. The airline has already invested $17billion (£12.5billion) into upgrading their fleet, which will see 45 aircraft by 2028. 5 5 And new major plans include a full retrofit of the Boeing 787-9 fleet, including the first Retreat Suite business class. More premium economy a nd Upper Class seats are being added on the A330neo plans too, with plans for double the amount. Not only that, but they are to be the first UK airline to have streaming-quality WiFi onboard, meaning you can watch your Netflix from your phone. Using Starlink, all Flying Club members will be able to use it, with it being rolled out from next year and finished by 2027. Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer, Virgin Atlantic, explained; "In a first for any UK airline, we'll soon have free, streaming quality, unlimited, fleet-wide Wi-Fi. "Together with Starlink, we are delighted to provide our guests with the best connectivity in the skies, further elevating our onboard experience." Other updates include an upgraded app, as well as a new AI concierge to help with booking holidays or on-holiday assistance. Millions of pounds are also being invested into airport lounges after the launch of the LAX Clubhouse in the US. Both London Heathrow and JFK will see upgrades lounges, along with new lounges in other destinations. The Virgin Atlantic Flying Club will also let all passengers earn points, which don't expire. I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza parlours, rooftop bars and karaoke sessions-I tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages cruise with 2am pizza shops & rooftop bar 5 5 Flying taxis connecting airports to city centres were also announced with electric air taxi Joby, along with new toiletries onboard offered by Votary. Shai Weiss, CEO of Virgin Atlantic, said "We are investing billions to fly the youngest fleet across the Atlantic. "The first UK airline to have free, streaming quality, fleet-wide Wi-Fi; more premium cabins and a full retrofit of the 787 fleet; alongside a new app featuring the world of Virgin Atlantic in your pocket, all delivered by our amazing teams. "The best is yet to come.' Next year, Virgin Atlantic is From March 29 next year, daily flights will link the UK to the Korean city. Other new Virgin flights include to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, as well as increase flights to India to celebrate 25 years flying there. And here is what it is like to go on a Virgin Voyages cruise holiday.
