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Virgin Atlantic completes Starlink Wi-Fi upgrade, hosts live concert at 35,000 feet

Virgin Atlantic has completed the installation of Starlink's high-speed satellite internet across its Airbus A350 fleet, enabling gate-to-gate connectivity. This upgrade was showcased with a live concert by The Sugababes streamed from 35,000 feet, demonstrating the low latency and high bandwidth capabilities. The airline aims to provide fast, free Wi-Fi to all passengers, with further fleet-wide installations planned. AI

IMPACT Enhances passenger experience and connectivity options on long-haul flights, potentially setting a new standard for in-flight internet services.

RANK_REASON This is a product/infrastructure upgrade for an airline, not a core AI release or significant industry-wide event.

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Virgin Atlantic completes Starlink Wi-Fi upgrade, hosts live concert at 35,000 feet

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Virgin Atlantic Streams Live Sugababes Concert At 35,000 Feet Via New Starlink Wi-Fi

    Virgin Atlantic has installed Starlink on all 12 of its A350 aircraft, celebrating with a live concert streamed live from the plane.