TECHNOLOGY · The New York Times
Airlines Are Upgrading Wi-Fi. Not All Are Using Elon Musk's Service.
Published: 2026-10-09T13:28:00.000Z · 3-Minute Executive Summary
Major airlines are currently updating their inflight internet systems, though they are not all choosing the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk. The entrepreneur, whose company SpaceX operates the Starlink network, has publicly criticized the chief executive officer of Delta Air Lines after that carrier decided against using his specific internet provision technology for its fleet.
Why It Matters: Public disagreements between tech leaders and airline executives highlight high-stakes corporate decisions over inflight connectivity.