Uzbekistan Airways

Uzbekistan Airways, the flag carrier of Uzbekistan, has not announced any plans to equip its aircraft with Starlink satellite internet connectivity. The airline currently operates without a comprehensive inflight WiFi programme across its fleet, leaving passengers on international routes without onboard internet access. As the national carrier connecting Tashkent with destinations across Asia, Europe, and beyond, the absence of connectivity options places Uzbekistan Airways behind many global competitors who have embraced inflight internet as a standard amenity. The broader aviation industry has witnessed a significant shift towards satellite-based connectivity solutions, with Starlink emerging as a particularly attractive option for carriers seeking high-speed, low-latency internet service. Airlines adopting Starlink have cited passenger demand for reliable connectivity, competitive differentiation, and the system's technical advantages over traditional satellite providers. For a flag carrier serving both business and leisure travellers on medium and long-haul routes, the addition of inflight WiFi would represent a meaningful enhancement to the passenger experience. Whether Uzbekistan Airways will pursue a partnership with Starlink or another connectivity provider remains uncertain. The airline has not publicly discussed inflight internet initiatives, leaving passengers to rely on offline entertainment options or await gate-to-gate connectivity through mobile networks. As Starlink continues expanding its aviation footprint and other carriers in the region explore connectivity solutions, the competitive pressure to offer internet access aboard may eventually influence Uzbekistan Airways's service development strategy.