airBaltic operates flight BT685 between Riga (RIX) and Madrid (MAD). This route is typically operated by an A220-300. Based on airBaltic's current Starlink rollout — 31 of 55 aircraft equipped (56% of the fleet) — we estimate a 57% probability that this specific flight is equipped with Starlink satellite WiFi.
No aircraft observed on this route. Score reflects the fleet-wide rate for the recorded aircraft type BCS3: 57.4%.
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Score is based on airBaltic's fleet-wide coverage: 31 of 55 aircraft are Starlink-equipped (56% fleet ratio). No aircraft-type-specific rollout data is recorded for this route, so the score reflects the fleet-wide average.
This is a moderate-probability route. airBaltic is actively rolling out Starlink — 56% of the fleet is equipped so far — but not every aircraft operating this route is confirmed yet, so coverage on any given departure is not guaranteed.
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BCS3
Based on historical aircraft assignments for this day of the week. Actual aircraft may differ.
Prediction (57%) reflects the chance this specific flight has Starlink. No aircraft observed on this route. Score reflects the fleet-wide rate for the recorded aircraft type BCS3: 57.4%. BCS3 coverage (57%) shows how many BCS3 aircraft have Starlink.
Aircraft recently seen operating this flight
| Date | Tail Number | Route |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | YL-CSK | RIX → MAD |
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We estimate a 57% probability that flight BT685 has Starlink WiFi. No aircraft observed on this route. Score reflects the fleet-wide rate for the recorded aircraft type BCS3: 57.4%. airBaltic is actively rolling out Starlink across its fleet. Check back as our data updates when new aircraft are confirmed.
airBaltic uses Starlink satellite WiFi on equipped aircraft. Flight BT685 operates RIX to MAD. Our Starlink probability score for this flight is 57%, based on airBaltic's fleet rollout data and confirmed tail numbers.
The most reliable method is to check your specific tail number after check-in — your boarding pass or the airBaltic app may show the aircraft registration. You can then search that tail number on StarlinkFlights.com. Alternatively, our probability score for flight BT685 is 57% based on current fleet data.
The prediction for BT685 is based on the aircraft actually observed or claimed to operate this route, not a generic fleet-wide guess. No aircraft observed on this route. Score reflects the fleet-wide rate for the recorded aircraft type BCS3: 57.4%. A confirmed, dated passenger sighting for this specific flight can override this when one exists.
No prediction can guarantee a specific aircraft. Airlines perform last-minute equipment swaps for maintenance, operational needs, or schedule changes — meaning a Starlink-equipped tail can be replaced by a non-equipped one on the day. A score of 80% or above means historical data strongly favours Starlink on this flight, but it is not a guarantee. For the most reliable information, check the airline's gate display or app on the day of departure.
