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Gulf Air to introduce Starlink-powered inflight Wi-Fi

by Jeffrey Teruel - Founder/Editor-Flights in Asia
Published on January 28, 2026

Summary

Bahrain's national airline Gulf Air announced plans to introduce Starlink high-speed internet across its fleet from mid-2026.



Bahrain's national airline Gulf Air announced plans to introduce Starlink high-speed internet across its fleet from mid-2026.


According to Gulf Air, the rollout from mid-2026 will start with one of the airline's Airbus A320 aircraft followed by the fleet-wide installation.


“Introducing Starlink across Gulf Air’s fleet demonstrates our commitment to enhancing the passenger experience,” said Khalid Hussain Taqi, Chairman, Gulf Air Group. “Advanced connectivity on every flight redefines what passengers can expect from the national carrier. It also supports Bahrain’s digital transformation goals, and empowers our cabin crew to deliver seamless, exceptional service.”


Starlink's major airline partners include United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, WestJet, Air France, SAS, Air New Zealand, Korean Air/Asiana, Qatar Airways, and Emirates. 

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