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Delta Snubs Starlink for Amazon Leo Satellite Wi-Fi; Musk Responds
Delta CEO Ed Bastian cited cost and ecosystem factors in choosing Amazon's Leo satellite Wi-Fi over Starlink for 500+ aircraft starting 2028. Musk responded on X, predicting Bastian would lose his job and Delta would lose customers.
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The decision highlights competitive dynamics in satellite internet for aviation and tensions between major tech leaders. Starlink shows stronger near-term deployment momentum with airlines like United, while Leo faces delays; the choice signals enterprise concerns about Musk's leadership despite Starlink's technical advantages. The dispute underscores how corporate infrastructure decisions intersect with executive personalities.
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