Starlink Inflight Wi-Fi Was Always Free — Until Copa Airlines Changed the Rules in 2026: What Australian Flyers Should Expect
Copa Airlines has become the first carrier to charge for Starlink inflight Wi-Fi, breaking with the industry norm. This article analyses what the policy shift means for Australian travellers, how Qantas, Virgin Australia, and other regional carriers handle inflight connectivity pricing, and whether free Wi-Fi is sustainable.