4 minute read•Updated 1:47 PM EDT, Thu September 4, 2025
New York, NY - JetBlue Airways has taken a major step forward in redefining the passenger experience, announcing today that it will become the first airline in the world to partner with Amazon’s Project Kuiper, the company’s ambitious low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband network. The collaboration promises to supercharge JetBlue’s popular Fly-Fi system, bringing customers faster, more reliable internet access free of charge across its fleet.
JetBlue’s Fly-Fi Legacy
Launched in 2013, Fly-Fi made JetBlue the first and still only major U.S. carrier to offer free, high-speed Wi-Fi on every aircraft. Over the past decade, it has become a hallmark of JetBlue’s customer-first identity, allowing travelers to stream, browse, and work from gate to gate. With this new agreement, JetBlue is preparing to usher Fly-Fi into its next era by tapping into Project Kuiper’s constellation of satellites beginning in 2027, marking the most significant upgrade to the system since its debut.
“Our agreement with Project Kuiper marks an exciting leap forward for us as the hands-down leader in onboard connectivity...Whether it’s binge-watching a favorite show, staying connected with loved ones, or wrapping up a work project, we’re always looking for ways to make our customers’ time in the air as connected and productive as they want it to be.” - Marty St. George, President of JetBlue
What is Project Kuiper?
Amazon’s Project Kuiper is designed to provide high-speed, low-latency internet service globally. Its architecture will eventually include thousands of LEO satellites linked together with optical inter-satellite links, forming a resilient mesh network in space. On the ground, Kuiper integrates with antennas, fiber, and internet nodes to deliver seamless connections.
The system has already deployed more than 100 satellites, with Amazon ramping up launches and production ahead of its first commercial rollouts. By 2027, JetBlue passengers on Kuiper-equipped aircraft will benefit from:
Faster Speeds for video streaming, large file uploads, and work applications.
Lower Latency than traditional GEO satellite systems, reducing delays in video calls or cloud-based tasks.
Expanded Reliability, even in high-traffic corridors.
“Staying connected is part of everyday life, even when you’re traveling...With Project Kuiper, we’re working to ensure customers can enjoy fast, reliable internet wherever they are—at home or 35,000 feet in the air—and we’re pumped to bring that to life with JetBlue.” - Panos Panay, Senior Vice President of Amazon Devices & Services.
Part of JetBlue’s JetForward Strategy
The Kuiper partnership is the latest piece of JetBlue’s JetForward strategy, a plan focused on enhancing the onboard experience with perks and products that differentiate the airline in a competitive market. Free, cutting-edge connectivity continues to be a central pillar of JetBlue’s customer value proposition.
Currently, JetBlue’s Fly-Fi relies on advanced geostationary (GEO) satellite technology to provide full gate-to-gate service. While Project Kuiper’s rollout will shift many aircraft to LEO-based connectivity, JetBlue has signaled that it is exploring multi-orbit solutions—combining GEO’s broad coverage with LEO’s speed advantages for an even more resilient network. This flexibility could help ensure consistent performance across domestic, transcontinental, and international routes.
A phased installation program will begin in 2027, with details on routes, aircraft types, and schedules to follow. For now, JetBlue is positioning itself as the first mover in what could become a new era of inflight connectivity.
Industry Impact
By aligning with Amazon’s Project Kuiper before other carriers, JetBlue is setting the stage for a competitive shake-up in aviation Wi-Fi. If successful, the integration could:
Pressure rival airlines to upgrade their own systems or adopt multi-orbit strategies.
Highlight the growing role of LEO satellite constellations not just in homes and remote communities but in commercial aviation.
Strengthen JetBlue’s branding as an innovation-driven airline with customer-first policies.
As Kuiper expands globally, the skies may soon be just as connected as the ground below.
