SAS is planning to offer free, high-speed inflight Wi-Fi across its entire fleet.
To offer this service, SAS will connect to the satellite service of Starlink.
Engineered by SpaceX, Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit (LEO) that will provide SAS passengers in all travel classes high-speed, low-latency internet for free.
This network uses many smaller, lower-orbiting satellites compared to traditional systems. This translates to faster speeds and wider coverage.
The service will be accessible from smartphones, digital tablets, and laptops, and each passenger will be able to connect several personal devices simultaneously.
SAS will begin the phased rollout on their entire fleet at the end of 2025 and EuroBonus members will enjoy this premium feature at no cost. Eurobonus is the name of the SAS loyalty scheme.
How it works
Starlink has a huge constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO), allowing it to offer high-speed, low-latency Internet access across the globe, including isolated areas.
A small, thin terminal is installed on top of the aircraft. That allows it to receive strong, fast internet signals from the satellites.
The terminal switches connections from satellite to satellite as the aircraft flies, providing an uninterrupted internet experience for passengers.
This allows passengers to use the internet all over the globe, including over oceans, polar regions and other remote locations previously unreachable by traditional cell or Wi-Fi signals.
Paul Verhagen, Chief Commercial Officer at SAS:
“By introducing this new technology, we’re connecting our passengers to the world like never before.
“We’re putting an end to frustrating interruptions and ushering in a new era of connectivity. Whether flying over the Atlantic or the North Sea, our passengers can now count on a connection that is as stable and seamless as it is fast. This is about giving our customers the best and ensuring SAS remains synonymous with excellence.”
“Gate-to-gate connectivity isn’t just an improvement — it’s a breakthrough in convenience and reliability. It gives our customers the freedom to work seamlessly, stay connected, and enjoy uninterrupted entertainment throughout their flight.”
When will it be available?
SAS plans to gradually equip all its aircraft with Starlink connectivity.
The first aircraft will get the new service sometime in 2025.
Over time Starlink will replace SAS’s current Wi-Fi systems. At the moment, SAS gets inflight Wi-Fi from Panasonic Avionics and Viasat.
More airlines choosing Starlink
SAS and other airlines are switching to Starlink as it offers stronger streaming and faster connectivity due to its low-Earth orbit satellites that can provide internet access in remote regions and over the ocean.
In addition to SAS, SpaceX has announced Starlink inflight Wi-Fi deals with: