Qatar Airways’ 150 Starlink-Equipped Widebody Aircraft Now Include World’s First Starlink-Equipped Boeing 787-9

Qatar Airways has just marked another milestone in aviation connectivity:

Key Achievements
- World’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 now in service.
- Completed rollout across the 787-8 sub-fleet in only seven months.
- Total of 150 Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft — the largest such fleet globally.

Fleet-Wide Rollout
- On track to finish 787 programme by end of 2026.
- Builds on record-breaking installations:
- Boeing 777 in nine months.
- Airbus A350 in eight months.
- Qatar Airways now operates the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped fleets across 777, A350, and 787 aircraft.

Passenger Experience
- Wi-Fi speeds up to 500 Mbps — fast enough for streaming, video calls, or work.
- Gate-to-gate connectivity offered free of charge via Privilege Club authentication (subject to local regulations).
- Since October 2024 launch:
- 23 million passengers connected.
- Over 86,000 flights with Starlink service.
- Up to 323 Starlink flights daily, covering six continents.

Strategic Impact
- Surpassing 83% completion of the installation programme — the fastest and most ambitious in aviation history.
- Reinforces Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in digital innovation and passenger value.

This rollout is a game-changer: it sets a new benchmark for global inflight connectivity, making long-haul travel feel less like disconnection and more like a seamless extension of everyday digital life.