Eyes on the sky: flyExclusive soars 99% after announcing Starlink dealership deal
Jan. 08, 2026 8:28 AM ET
By: Clark Schultz, SA News Editor
Shares of flyExclusive, Inc. ( FLYX) soared in premarket trading after the company announced it had signed an authorized dealership agreement with Starlink ( STRLK) to become a certified dealer and installer for its high-speed, low-latency aviation connectivity system.
The deal will see flyExclusive ( FLYX) begin installation of Starlink ( STRLK) on its fleet, which is expected to set a higher standard for the onboard experience with streaming-quality internet, real-time communications, and consistent VPN performance at altitude. As an authorized dealer and installer, flyExclusive ( FLYX) will also provide Starlink sales, installation, and support services to third-party aircraft owners and operators, expanding the company’s growing MRO capabilities.
The company noted that with flyExclusive ( FLYX) as an authorized dealer and installer of Starlink ( STRLK), private aircraft owners now have access to turnkey provisioning, expert installation, testing, and ongoing support through a single, trusted partner.
"Connectivity is no longer a luxury. It is a core part of the passenger experience," said Matt Lesmeister, Chief Operating Officer of flyExclusive. "Becoming a Starlink aviation dealer strengthens our MRO capabilities while raising the bar across our fleet. It allows us to deliver the level of connectivity our customers deserve and gives external operators a fast, trusted path to upgrade their aircraft through a proven MRO partner," he added.
Starlink ( STRLK) is owned and operated by aerospace company SpaceX ( SPACE).
Shares of flyExclusive ( FLYX) skyrocketed 99% in premarket trading to $6.14. The 52-week high for the stock is $6.90. Seeking Alpha analyst Dhierin Bechai was out with a Buy call on FLTX last November. |
