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DUAT vs SpaceX Starlink Aviation

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DUAT

Aviation

Flight briefing and weather information system

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$9.95/month
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
SpaceX Starlink Aviation logo

SpaceX Starlink Aviation

Aviation

High-speed satellite internet for aircraft

From
$12500/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: DUAT no native mobile applications; web-only access; SpaceX Starlink Aviation no pricing information published on aviation service page
  • They diverge on capability: DUAT covers Flight briefings, SpaceX Starlink Aviation covers High-speed internet.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DUAT and SpaceX Starlink Aviation actually diverge.

Attributes where DUAT and SpaceX Starlink Aviation differ
AttributeDUATSpaceX Starlink Aviation
Starting price$9.95/month$12500/month
PlatformsWebHardware
Founded19922002

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Aviation).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in DUAT

  • Flight briefings
  • Weather data
  • NOTAM information
  • Flight planning
  • Briefing tools
  • FAA systems
  • Weather services
  • ATC databases

Only in SpaceX Starlink Aviation

  • High-speed internet
  • Low latency
  • Global coverage
  • Streaming capable
  • Multi-user support
  • Aircraft systems
  • IFE systems
  • Cabin management

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

DUAT

  • Flight briefingnot SpaceX Starlink Aviation
  • Weather briefingnot SpaceX Starlink Aviation
  • Flight planningnot SpaceX Starlink Aviation
  • Regulatory compliancenot SpaceX Starlink Aviation

SpaceX Starlink Aviation

  • Passenger connectivitynot DUAT
  • Crew operationsnot DUAT
  • Real-time datanot DUAT
  • Entertainmentnot DUAT
  • Business operationsnot DUAT

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

DUAT

  • No native mobile applications; web-only access
  • Modern pilots prefer integrated EFB solutions with moving map displays

SpaceX Starlink Aviation

  • No pricing information published on aviation service page
  • Service availability and hardware requirements not clearly specified
  • Bandwidth limitations and latency specifications not disclosed

Pricing, plan by plan

DUAT

$9.95/month
  • Standard$9.95/month
    • Flight briefings
    • Weather data
    • NOTAM information
  • Professional$24.95/month
    • All Standard features
    • Advanced weather
    • Unlimited briefings

SpaceX Starlink Aviation

$12500/month
  • Starlink Aviation$12500/month
    • Up to 350 Mbps
    • Global coverage
    • Low latency

Which should you pick?

Choose DUAT if

  • You need flight briefings.
  • You also want weather data.
DUAT review

Choose SpaceX Starlink Aviation if

  • You need high-speed internet.
  • You work on Hardware.
  • You also want low latency.
SpaceX Starlink Aviation review

Questions people ask

Is DUAT or SpaceX Starlink Aviation better?
Neither clearly leads. DUAT starts at $9.95/month and SpaceX Starlink Aviation at $12500/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DUAT or SpaceX Starlink Aviation?
DUAT starts at $9.95/month and SpaceX Starlink Aviation at $12500/month.
Does DUAT or SpaceX Starlink Aviation run on more platforms?
DUAT runs on Web. SpaceX Starlink Aviation runs on Hardware.
What is DUAT best used for?
DUAT is most often used for flight briefing, weather briefing, flight planning, regulatory compliance. Of those, flight briefing and weather briefing are not what SpaceX Starlink Aviation is typically brought in for.
What can DUAT do that SpaceX Starlink Aviation cannot?
DUAT covers Flight briefings, Weather data, NOTAM information, Flight planning. SpaceX Starlink Aviation covers High-speed internet, Low latency, Global coverage, Streaming capable.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DUAT: What services does DUAT provide?

DUAT provides weather briefings, NOTAM information, and flight plan filing through an online system accessible to registered pilots. Pilots can check weather, review alerts, and file flight plans within a 15-minute transaction window.

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SpaceX Starlink Aviation: What does Starlink Aviation service cost?

Starlink does not publish pricing information on its aviation service page. Customers interested in service must contact Starlink directly to inquire about availability, hardware costs, and monthly subscription rates.

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DUAT: Who can use DUAT?

DUAT services are available to registered U.S. pilots and student pilots who hold a current medical certificate, as well as flight instructors, ground instructors, and other members of the aviation community.

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SpaceX Starlink Aviation: How do I purchase Starlink Aviation service?

The aviation service page does not provide details on how to purchase or sign up. Interested parties are directed to contact Starlink through the main website.

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DUAT: How has DUAT changed over time?

DUAT has evolved as a service. The FAA discontinued DUATS (the competing service) on May 16, 2018, and most pilots have transitioned to modern electronic flight bag applications. DUAT.com, operated by Data Transformation Corp., continues to provide flight briefing services.

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DUAT: Is DUAT free to use?

Historically, DUAT was free to qualified U.S. pilots and student pilots holding a current medical certificate. Current pricing for DUAT.com services should be verified directly with the provider.

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DUAT: What are the recommended alternatives to DUAT?

The FAA recommends 1800wxbrief.com for free weather and aeronautical information, flight plan filing, and automated services. Modern pilots increasingly use electronic flight bag applications like ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot which integrate weather, charts, and flight planning.

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DUAT: Does DUAT offer mobile app access?

DUAT is primarily web-based without native mobile applications. Modern electronic flight bag alternatives like ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot offer full-featured mobile apps for on-the-go flight planning.

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