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Starlink is the most advanced communication satellite system in the world. Orbiting Earth at an altitude of about 550kms, its satellites deliver high-speed internet to customers around the globe.
Starlink operates a constellation of more than 7,000 satellites at roughly 550 kilometers above Earth. Its primary advantage is low latency, benefiting users who need fast response times.
Now add Starlink equipment — yes, SpaceX's satellite-based internet provider — that's interfering with radio communications on some United Airlines regional jets, according to The Wall Street ...
United Airlines started rolling out free Starlink Wi-Fi last month with fanfare. But it has had to disable the service on roughly two dozen planes to address problems with static interference.
The Brief United Airlines grounded Starlink WiFi on Embraer E175 jets due to cockpit radio interference. Pilots reported static while communicating with air traffic control after Starlink antennae ...
United added that it expects to have all its two-cabin regional jets fitted with Starlink Wi-Fi by the end of the year. Static interference in radio communications is also one of the common issues ...
WOODS: And because Starlink is owned by SpaceX, that means cheaper rocket launches than the prices its competitors have to pay. WONG: So with more satellites in orbit, that gives you more bandwidth.