Emirates is planning to use SpaceX’s Starlink to upgrade the onboard Wi-Fi in its fleet, according to people familiar with the matter, even though the service isn’t currently approved by the government.
The Dubai-based airline — the world’s most profitable — has a widebody fleet of about 250 jets and more than 300 on order from Boeing Co. and Airbus SE. The agreement is set to be announced at the Dubai Air Show starting Monday, the people said, asking not to be identified because the negotiations are private.