Archer Aviation and Starlink hope your first ride in an air taxi will include in-flight internet

"Connectivity is a must-have feature for Midnight. Starlink is uniquely built to deliver it. The move, an industry first, will bring stable, reliable, and high-speed connectivity to Archer's vehicles courtesy of Starlink's low-Earth-orbit satellite internet systems."

"Starlink capabilities will allow passengers to access the internet in-flight while also enabling better communication between individual aircraft, pilots, and engineers on the ground to create a more integrated and connected infrastructure. The two companies will also work on developing connectivity technology for Archer's future autonomous aircraft."

"Starlink, which is owned and operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has roughly 10 million customers around the world, mostly in North America. Its satellite internet service is popular with customers who live in rural areas without reliable broadband or traditional internet infrastructure."

Archer Aviation announced the installation of Starlink satellite internet on its Midnight electric air taxis, marking an industry first. This partnership provides stable, reliable, and high-speed connectivity to passengers during flights while enabling enhanced communication between aircraft, pilots, and ground engineers. The integration creates a more connected infrastructure for operations. Both companies plan to develop additional connectivity technology for Archer's future autonomous aircraft. Starlink, operated by SpaceX, serves approximately 10 million customers globally, primarily in North America, and is widely used by maritime and aviation companies operating in remote areas.

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