Garuda Indonesia Prepares High-Speed Internet on Aircraft
National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is strengthening its service transformation through the implementation of a high-speed inflight connectivity pilot project on flight GA-XX, providing internet access, including video calls, at altitudes above 30,000 feet.
Garuda Indonesia President Director Glenny Kairupan said the development of high-speed inflight connectivity is part of the company’s transformation to enhance service value while responding to public demand for digital connectivity.
“Garuda Indonesia’s transformation is not only focused on strengthening business and operational fundamentals, but also on how that transformation can be felt directly through a travel experience that is increasingly relevant for service users. High-speed inflight connectivity is one of the innovations we are preparing to deliver that added value,” Glenny explained in a statement quoted in Jakarta on Wednesday (19/8/2026).
He said the high-speed inflight connectivity pilot project was carried out to coincide with the 81st anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia and was packaged through the ‘Sinyal Merdeka’ campaign.
As part of the ‘Sinyal Merdeka’ activation, the reading of the Proclamation of Independence of the Republic of Indonesia was broadcast live via in-flight internet connectivity and played through the public address (PA) system.
In this pilot project, 81 passengers received special access to try the high-speed inflight connectivity service. The number represents 81 years of Indonesian independence and is part of testing the next-generation connectivity experience being developed by Garuda Indonesia.
He said the campaign is also a new way for the state-owned airline to commemorate Indonesia’s Independence Day through the use of technology. Furthermore, through the trial, the company will evaluate technological readiness as well as user experience in utilising high-speed connectivity during flights.
This pilot project will subsequently form part of Garuda Indonesia’s evaluation of a number of aspects, ranging from connectivity performance, user experience, operational readiness, safety aspects, to compliance with aviation regulations.