United finally made it easier to see if your flight has Starlink

United Airlines has introduced a new tool called the Starlink WiFi Tracker that allows passengers to check if their upcoming flight will have Starlink access. This service, which has become increasingly popular, is available on less than 3% of United's wide-body airplanes as of now. The tool can be accessed up to three days before departure and provides updates in real time, including any last-minute changes.

As of Thursday, United has equipped 639 aircraft, or approximately 43% of its fleet, with Starlink, including all regional airplanes operated under the United Express brand and about a third of its other narrow-body airplanes. However, only six out of its 248 wide-body airplanes, which operate long-haul flights, have the service.

United plans to install Starlink on about 20 aircraft per week, aiming to complete installations by the end of 2027. The tool also displays the percentage of daily flights departing from each of the airline's seven hubs that are equipped with Starlink. Chicago O'Hare leads with 54%, while San Francisco has the lowest at 36%. United's introduction of Starlink has given it an edge over its competitors, as none of the main rivals currently offer this service.

United is using the tool to attract new customers with a special offer that matches travelers' loyalty status on Delta or American Airlines. The offer has been popular, with thousands of sign-ups within two weeks, and applications for the loyalty match program have increased by 275% compared to before the campaign. United plans to extend the offer for another week.