The next generation of inflight internet for regional jets is now flying. The first commercial aircraft to be fitted with the Intelsat multi-orbit solution, featuring the Gilat/Stellar Blu Sidewinder terminal has left the installation facility and appears to be headed towards entry into passenger service.
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Intelsat has contracts with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Air Canada for its regional jet solution. The planes are all expected to be retrofit with the new hardware by the end of 2025.
Read more about Intelsat’s path to multi-orbit inflight internet:
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- Gilat to acquire Stellar Blu
- Shifting install sequencing
- Intelsat’s CR7 completes certification flights, returns home
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- Intelsat successfully tests Stellar Blu ESA in LEO/GEO service
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Installation was done by Consortia Aerospace in GNV.
Indeed, it was. Nice work by you and the team, Tom.
Thanks. More to come.