Rural school buses will get Starlink internet access thanks to SpaceX.


Your child can now have access to Starlink satellite internet while travelling home from school.

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Starlink satellite internet connection is already available on boats and RVs.

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In a document, SpaceX stated that it is testing Starlink on board school buses in rural areas of the US.

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The initiative would keep students online throughout lengthy commutes,

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enabling them to do internet-related assignments on time even if their home Internet is unreliable or nonexistent.

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We have contacted SpaceX and the FCC for comments and will update you if they do.

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