Delta Picks Amazon Kuiper Over Starlink for In-Flight Wi-Fi

Delta Airlines signed with Amazon's Project Kuiper satellite constellation. Service expected on ~500 domestic aircraft starting 2028.

While competitors chose Starlink, Delta waited for Amazon's still-building constellation. This is Kuiper's first major airline deal.

Analysis: Vendor diversification. Amazon's retail/cloud integration potential. Proof point for Kuiper's viability against Starlink.