Elon Musk and Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian are engaged in a public dispute involving Starlink's in-flight Wi-Fi service, according to reporting by Jalopnik.
The exchange places one of the aviation sector's most visible airline leaders opposite Musk, whose SpaceX operation runs the Starlink satellite internet network. The available report identifies in-flight connectivity as the point of contention.
Airline Wi-Fi has become a more prominent competitive feature for carriers seeking to improve the passenger experience, particularly on longer routes. Starlink has emerged as a notable provider in that market through its low-Earth-orbit satellite network.
The disagreement underscores how connectivity suppliers can become central to airlines' commercial positioning — and how quickly those relationships can attract scrutiny when disputes move into public view.
