Business aviation customers will have (at least) two options for implementing Gogo Galileo, as a second ESA undergoes testing for the LEO-based inflight connectivity solution.
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Intelsat Sees Progress with Boeing for Multi-orbit ESA
Intelsat sees significant progress in its Boeing certification programs, with plans to have the multi-orbit ESA flying later this year and line-fit in 2026.
ThinKom, Quvia Team for QoE Boost
ThinKom and Quvia are teaming to bring the multi-band, multi-beam, multi-constellation connectivity dream of the future closer to reality.
Viasat, Telesat Officially Team for Multi-orbit Connectivity
The long-teased deal between Viasat and Telesat is now signed, with Lightspeed contracted for LEO connectivity capacity from 2027(ish).
Delta Expands Free Wi-Fi, Updates on Hughes Fusion Plans
Delta’s transatlantic network is ready for free Wi-Fi, just in time for the peak summer season.
ThinKom Adds Jeff Sare to Commercial IFC Team
ThinKom expanded its commercial aviation sales and marketing team with the hiring of industry stalwart Jeff Sare.
SatShow Scuttlebutt
Some of the smaller hints dropped in various conversations appear to be more significant than they seemed at first blush.
Beyond Multi-orbit: Multi-beam Driving Inflight Connectivity Innovation
Yes, multi-orbit satellite solutions are the near-term future of inflight connectivity. But multi-beam offerings are set to dominate sales conversations as service providers look to add resiliency, reliability, and flexibility for their airline partners.
First Regional Jet Fitted with Delta’s New Inflight Internet
Satellite-based internet service is now installed on the first regional jet for Delta Air Lines, with hundreds more to come through the rest of the year.
PaxEx PR: Telesat Partners with Intellian to Develop Ka-Band Flat Panel User Terminals for Telesat Lightspeed LEO Constellation
Telesat and Intellian are teaming up for Lightspeed antenna development, an interesting twist in the market.