After years of lackluster performance, in-flight Wi-Fi might finally be catching up to our lofty expectations. Thanks to SpaceX’s Starlink and its low-Earth orbit satellite network, travelers can look forward to better speeds, improved reliability, and even the possibility of playing video games while cruising at 30,000 feet.

American Airlines is set to challenge United Airlines by reviving its nonstop Chicago to Honolulu route starting October 26, 2025. After a four-year hiatus, this strategic move signals American’s significant expansion efforts at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.