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Ryanair Rejects Starlink Aviation Wi‑Fi Installation
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In mid-January 2026, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary said the airline will not install Starlink Wi‑Fi, citing a purported 2% fuel burn penalty and low passenger willingness to pay on one-hour flights. SpaceX’s Michael Nicolls and Elon Musk disputed the fuel estimate, claiming about a 0.3% increase; debate highlights cost-versus-service tradeoffs for low-cost carriers.
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