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Amazon and Delta Partner for In-Flight Wi-Fi, Challenging Starlink
The deal will bring Amazon's satellite internet service to 500 Delta planes starting in 2028.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:50pm
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Amazon's satellite internet network aims to bring high-speed connectivity to airline passengers, challenging Elon Musk's Starlink.Cape Canaveral TodayAmazon's satellite internet unit, Leo, has signed a deal with Delta Air Lines to provide in-flight Wi-Fi on 500 of the airline's planes starting in 2028. This partnership marks Amazon's second major deal in the skies as it races to launch more satellites and compete with Elon Musk's Starlink.
Why it matters
The partnership between Amazon and Delta represents a significant challenge to Starlink's dominance in the in-flight internet market. As more airlines seek reliable and high-speed connectivity for their passengers, the competition between these satellite internet providers is expected to intensify.
The details
Under the deal, Amazon's Leo satellite internet service will be installed on 500 Delta aircraft, allowing passengers to access high-speed internet during their flights. This partnership comes as Amazon works to rapidly expand its satellite constellation to keep up with Starlink's growing network.
- The deal is set to take effect in 2028.
- Amazon's Leo satellite unit signed the agreement with Delta Air Lines.
The players
Amazon
An American multinational technology company that focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Delta Air Lines
A major American airline headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Elon Musk
The CEO of SpaceX, which operates the Starlink satellite internet service.
Leo
Amazon's satellite internet unit that is working to launch a constellation of satellites to provide high-speed internet access.
What’s next
As Amazon and Delta work to implement the in-flight Wi-Fi service, it will be important to monitor the progress of Starlink's own efforts to expand its presence in the aviation market.
The takeaway
The partnership between Amazon and Delta represents a significant shift in the in-flight internet market, as the tech giant looks to challenge Starlink's dominance and provide passengers with reliable high-speed connectivity during their flights.
