Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, announced the roll out of Starlink high-speed internet across its entire fleet starting mid-2026, offering complimentary Wi-Fi to passengers onboard its aircraft, from boarding through to arrival.
The
move is set to transform the airline’s travel experience, allowing all
customers to stream, game, work, and get in touch with their loved ones from
the comfort of their seats.
Gulf
Air Chief Executive Officer, Martin Gauss and Global Head of Starlink Aviation,
Nick Seitz signed the agreement at Awal Private Terminal, with Gulf Air Group
Chairman, Khalid Taqi, senior government stakeholders, and other senior aviation
industry leaders in attendance.
“Introducing
Starlink across Gulf Air’s fleet demonstrates our commitment to enhancing the
passenger experience,” said Taqi. “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.”
Gauss
said: “With Starlink on board, Gulf Air is bringing next-generation in-flight
connectivity to all passengers, whether traveling for leisure or business. From
boarding until arrival, customers can stream, game, work, or stay in touch with
loved ones, regardless of cabin or ticket type. This upgrades the entire travel
experience and reinforces our commitment to delivering premium, seamless connectivity
for every journey.”
Engineered
by SpaceX, Starlink operates through a growing constellation of low-Earth orbit
satellites, delivering high-speed, low-latency internet.
The constellation
provides reliable, real-time connectivity, supporting both passengers and
airline operations.
The
first Starlink-equipped Gulf Air A320 is scheduled to enter service mid-2026,
with fleet-wide installation to follow.
The
rollout reinforces Gulf Air’s operational priorities and highlights Bahrain as
a forward-looking aviation hub where technology and passenger experience shape
the future of air travel. -TradeArabia News Service
