Streaming-class
Capable modern connection.
Streaming is often workable. Large files can be practical, with the delay of a far orbit.
MovieBuffers, then plays
OPTION A · CURTAIN REVEAL02 / The gap that matters
One booking label. Two completely different flights.
Drag the curtain. The booking page stays the same while the experience underneath changes color.
Gen 1
The badge is doing too much work.
Messaging is the best use case. Streaming is fragile and a large file is not something to plan around.
MovieStruggles to start
Streaming-class: modern geostationary systems; capable, with noticeable lag.
Gen 1: legacy ATG or early satellite; messaging is its strongest fit.
Reported classification · WiFi Odds service-tier model · effective 28 Jul 2026 · not a per-flight promise; a single flight can run above or below its tier
03 / Experience map
Choose the thing you need. Read the signal before you book.
Activity-first rows replace tiny dots with a stronger, qualitative signal. Words remain the source of truth; the bars make the pattern scannable.
Messages & email
Next-genExpected
Streaming-classExpected
Gen 1Best use case
Stream a movie
Next-genBuilt for it
Streaming-classOften workable
Gen 1Fragile
Online game
Next-genResponsive tier
Streaming-classDelay is noticeable
Gen 1Poor fit
Move a large file
Next-genPractical
Streaming-classCan be practical
Gen 1Do not plan on it
Reported classification · system capabilities and carrier service descriptions compiled Jul 2026 · no row is a per-flight promise