"By combining smart policies, innovative technology, and clear communication, SAS strives to create a balance where those who want to surf, work or stream movies can do so unhindered, while maintaining a calm and pleasant atmosphere for all on board," responds Communications Manager Alexandra Lindgren Kaoukji to the question of whether the free connection means that passengers in the future will be able to, for example, talk on the phone or on Facetime.
She writes this in an email to TT.
Fewer interruptions
According to SAS Sales Manager Paul Verhagen, they foresee fewer interruptions when it comes to the connection.
"Regardless of whether you're flying over the Atlantic or the North Sea, our passengers can now count on a connection that is as stable and problem-free as it is fast," he says in a press release.
Lindgren Kaoukji also emphasizes that the choice fell on Starlink because it is "the only supplier that can secure connectivity in remote areas, such as over the oceans, polar regions, and sparsely populated areas – primarily in our Scandinavian regions, where other suppliers have traditionally had limited coverage".
To meet security requirements
The Starlink satellite network, which has thousands of satellites, is a subsidiary of Elon Musk's space company Space X.
Lindgren Kaoukji says that the solution has been carefully chosen to "meet our high security and quality requirements".
"Just like with all technological advancements, we continuously evaluate and adapt our choices and approaches to meet evolving expectations and regulatory frameworks".
According to SAS, they will start introducing this at the end of the year.
