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Starlink will enhance Northern Jet connectivity
Starlink directly benefits Northern Jet's Private Advantage card members, fractional owners and charter clients who depend on connectivity to conduct business, manage teams or stay engaged while travelling.
Uniform coverage across the fleet brings many advantages.

Northern Jet has integrated Starlink high-speed inflight connectivity on seven of its aircraft, with additional installations planned throughout 2026. The expansion reflects the US business jet operator's continued investment in technologies that meaningfully improve the private aviation experience, delivering reliable, modern connectivity that works when and where clients need it.

For years, inflight wi-fi across the industry has carried well-known limitations. Traditional systems often struggled to connect on the ground, became usable only after reaching altitude, provided inconsistent performance once airborne and offered limited or no connectivity across international boundaries. For travellers accustomed to seamless connectivity on the ground, these constraints frequently disrupted productivity and continuity.

Starlink changes that expectation. With its LEO satellite network, Starlink delivers fast, stable, low-latency internet that supports connectivity from the ground through cruise altitude, across domestic and international routes. The result is an inflight experience that feels far closer to life on the ground, whether working, streaming or staying in touch.

“This isn't just faster wi-fi,” says Chris Bull, CEO of Northern Jet. “It's a fundamental shift in reliability. Our clients expect connectivity that works consistently, not something that fades in and out depending on altitude, geography or phase of flight. Starlink allows us to deliver that level of performance in a way legacy systems simply could not.”

With Starlink now live across seven aircraft, Northern Jet clients benefit from: reliable connectivity on the ground and during taxi; stable performance throughout climb, cruise and descent; consistent bandwidth for video conferencing, VPN access and streaming; expanded international coverage; and a cabin experience that supports productivity without interruption.

This enhancement directly benefits Northern Jet's Private Advantage card members, fractional owners and charter clients who depend on uninterrupted connectivity to conduct business, manage teams or stay engaged while travelling.

Northern Jet's adoption of Starlink reflects a deliberate approach to innovation, one focused on solving real client pain points rather than adding technology for technology's sake.

“Connectivity should enhance the journey, not create friction,” Bull goes on. “By deploying Starlink across our fleet, we're eliminating long-standing frustrations and delivering an experience aligned with how our clients live and work today.”

Following the successful initial installations, Northern Jet has developed a structured rollout plan to expand Starlink connectivity to additional aircraft throughout 2026. Each installation is executed with a focus on aircraft performance, operational readiness and safety, ensuring service continuity while elevating the onboard experience.

As the fleet continues to evolve, clients can expect Northern Jet to remain at the forefront of practical innovation, introducing enhancements that improve reliability, efficiency and the overall value of private air travel.

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