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technology16 days ago•25 min saved

Delta flight temporarily shuts off Wi‑Fi after rogue onboard network sets off alarm

A Delta Air Lines flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta was disrupted when an unauthorized Wi‑Fi network appeared onboard, prompting crew to disable the aircraft’s internet for about 30 minutes. Delta stated no systems were hacked and the flight continued to Atlanta, with federal investigators involved to gather facts. Experts note that rogue onboard networks are uncommon but urge passengers to connect only to the airline’s official network, underscoring the need for clearer network naming and improved onboard Wi‑Fi security.

via New York Post|

#aviation-security #cybersecurity #delta-air-lines

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Hawaiian Airlines Introduces Free Starlink Wi-Fi on Boeing 787 Flights"

Hawaiian Airlines has announced the launch of in-flight internet service Starlink, providing passengers flying between the Hawaiian islands and the U.S. mainland with free Wi-Fi. The service, set to be activated over the coming months, will offer seamless connectivity using Starlink's aviation terminal installed on Hawaiian's aircraft, ensuring strong, fast internet signals from satellites orbiting above Earth. The project, two years in the making, has been certified by the FAA and is expected to be ready by spring of this year, marking a significant milestone for both Hawaiian Airlines and Starlink.

via KHON2|

#aviation #hawaiian-airlines #in-flight-internet

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"SpaceX and Amazon Compete to Bring Satellite Internet to Flights and India"

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced that the company's Starlink satellite internet service will soon be available on most aircraft, as long as the airline orders it. Starlink can provide up to 220 Mbps download speed to each plane, allowing passengers to access streaming-capable internet for video calls, online gaming, and more. The in-flight Starlink internet is priced at $25,000 per month, with hardware costs totaling $150,000. Currently available on Gulfstream G650 & G650ER, Starlink is expected to expand to other aircraft models, such as Bombardier Global Express and Airbus A321Neo, by the end of the year.

via Benzinga|

#aircraft #elon-musk #in-flight-internet