Free Wi-Fi in the sky is coming for WestJet Rewards members.
The airline says it will introduce free internet onboard WestJet aircraft before the end of this year, with plans to complete the installation on WestJet's modern narrowbody fleet by the end of 2025.
"Through our strategic partnership with Telus, we are setting a new standard in the Canadian airline industry by offering Starlink's revolutionary inflight connectivity, and thanks to Telus we are able to bring this inflight experience to WestJet Rewards guests for free," said John Weatherill, WestJet Group EVP and CCO.
WestJet said it will announce additional benefits and perks for WestJet Rewards members and Telus customers in the coming months.
According to the airline, it will be the largest North American and first commercial Boeing 737 airline to offer inflight connectivity powered by Starlink's technology platform, which includes the largest satellite constellation.
"With more than 1,000 aircraft committed to Starlink worldwide, high-speed, low-latency internet is the future of aviation connectivity and we're excited to work with WestJet to bring Starlink technology to their guests in the coming months," said Jason Fritch, SpaceX's VP of Starlink Enterprise Sales.
All wide-body aircraft are planned to be upgraded by the end of 2026.
WestJet Rewards members will receive free access to the new inflight system. Pax can become members by creating an account online at any time before their WestJet-operated flight.
