flyExclusive (NYSE:FLYX), a vertically integrated private aviation company, today announced the completion of a Starlink installation on a Challenger aircraft under its authorized Starlink dealership agreement.

Leveraging its deep experience performing complex avionics and connectivity upgrades, flyExclusive MRO completed the Starlink installation in record time. Low-profile and lightweight in design, Starlink Aero Terminals are designed to be installed in a just a few hours, significantly reducing the time aircraft are out of service. flyExclusive MRO is now targeting a five-to-seven day cadence as additional aircraft move through the pipeline. flyExclusive MRO has performed numerous in-flight connectivity and avionics system upgrades across multiple aircraft platforms over the past several years. Management believes that experience enables the team to integrate Starlink efficiently while maintaining certification standards and minimizing aircraft downtime.

Starlink is the world's most advanced satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting in-flight streaming, online gaming, video calls, and more. Unlike legacy systems that rely on ground towers or distant geostationary satellites, Starlink's laser-mesh network delivers download speeds of 135-310 Mbps and latency less than 99 ms.

As demand for premium connectivity continues to increase, management believes reliable onboard internet has become a critical factor in aircraft selection and customer retention.