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Heads up, United MileagePlus members! Get ready to say goodbye to spotty in-flight Wi-Fi because United is gearing up to launch high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on its mainline commercial flights. Circle October 15, 2025, on your calendars – that's the day you can expect to experience this upgrade.
Why should you care? Well, if you've ever struggled with slow, unreliable internet while trying to work (or stream Netflix!) on a flight, you know the pain. This upgrade promises a much better experience, allowing you to stay connected and productive (or entertained!) from gate to gate.
This isn't totally new. United already rolled out Starlink Wi-Fi on some of its regional flights in May, giving passengers a taste of the faster speeds and more reliable connection. This is just the next big step to bringing it to more flights.
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