LOT Polish Airlines has announced that 15 aircraft across its widebody Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliner fleets will be equipped with Viasat’s Ka-band, global inflight connectivity solution. LOT will offer inflight WiFi for the first time as part of a major, ongoing upgrade to its Dreamliner fleets, which also includes a new internal cabin design, seat replacements and more.
Once in commercial operation, which is expected to begin no later than early 2026, these aircraft will be servicing LOT’s routes from Warsaw Chopin.
“At LOT Polish Airlines, we aim to deliver an exceptional passenger experience,” said Izabela Leszczyńska, Director of Product Development and Customer Experience, LOT Polish Airlines. “As part of our cabin upgrade, which will provide a new quality of travel, we have partnered with Viasat, a global leader in connectivity, to implement our inflight connectivity services. Soon we will be able to offer our passengers the much-awaited convenience. The ability to enjoy internet access while flying will top off the many changes that the retrofit of our Boeing B787 Dreamliner will bring.”
Powered by Viasat’s global network, passengers flying on Viasat-equipped aircraft will benefit from video streaming, email, web browsing, and social media, among other offerings.
“As LOT embarks on this new era of connectivity for passengers, we are excited to be providing them and their passengers with the ability to message, surf and stream while in the air,” said Don Buchman, VP and GM, Commercial Aviation, Viasat. “At Viasat, we are aligned on LOT’s ambition to always strive to improve passenger experience. This is the start of a successful relationship that helps us to continue delivering on our mission to provide reliable, high quality inflight WiFi to passengers as they travel. As demand continues to accelerate across Europe, we look forward to bringing solutions to more passengers worldwide.”
