Re:SpaceX just got FCC approval to launch 7,518 satellites
by ryanmarsh on Thursday November 15, 2018 @03:08PM
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Considering how hard it is to get a cell signal inside a plane on the ground, and that these will require special CPE, and the airlines can't change the equipment on a plane without a ruling by the FAA, I wouldn't bet on it.
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Re:SpaceX just got FCC approval to launch 7,518 satellites
by bcoates on Thursday November 15, 2018 @04:40PM
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Onboard internet provided by ground-based cellular or satellite already requires aftermarket hardware -- external antennas, routers inside the plane, and more.
It does require extensive testing and permission by the FAA (and the aircraft manufacturer, and the airline, and others) and extensive support teams in terminals but it's done semi-routinely.