Dhaka, April 15 -- Amazon has unveiled a new satellite internet antenna designed for commercial aircraft, positioning its Leo broadband service as a direct rival to SpaceX's Starlink in the fast-growing in-flight connectivity market.

Amazon's Leo Aviation Antenna is a flat, low-profile dish designed to be installed on the exterior of the aircraft, enabling it to receive signals from low-earth orbit satellites. The design bears a resemblance to Starlink's "Aero Terminal" for commercial jets.

A key advantage Amazon is highlighting is installation time. While SpaceX states its Aero Terminal requires 10 to 14 days of aircraft downtime, Amazon is touting a single-day installation for the Leo antenna.

On the performance side, the Leo Aviatio...