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) — our Starlink rating for this specific flight is likely.
Based on how many A220-300 aircraft at airBaltic have Starlink.
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31 aircraft independently verified
Based on how many A220-300 aircraft at airBaltic have Starlink.
Likely means most of the evidence points to Starlink on this flight, but it is not certain.
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Aircraft recently seen operating this flight
| Date | Tail Number | Route |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | YL-CSK | RIX → MAD |
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Our Starlink rating for flight BT685 is likely. Based on how many A220-300 aircraft at airBaltic have Starlink. 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 rating for this flight is likely, 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 rating for flight BT685 is likely, 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. Based on how many A220-300 aircraft at airBaltic have Starlink. 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 rating of very likely means historical data strongly favors 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.
