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WestJet Launches Free Starlink WiFi Amid Connectivity Concerns

3/27/2025

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WestJet is soaring into the digital age by offering free WiFi on 16 planes powered by Starlink, now federally certified. While some Canadians worry about depending on Elon Musk's service amid growing national pride, many are excited about the promise of faster internet. However, Starlink's role in remote connectivity is under fire as communities search for alternatives due to U.S. tariffs.

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WestJet is soaring into the digital age by offering free WiFi on 16 planes powered by Starlink, now federally certified. While some Canadians worry about depending on Elon Musk's service amid growing national pride, many are excited about the promise of faster internet. However, Starlink's role in remote connectivity is under fire as communities search for alternatives due to U.S. tariffs.