Gogo continues to make progress in its transformation to next-generation connectivity for the business aviation community. But, as with other recent earnings calls, this week’s included more delays in hitting those targets.
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Gogo Secures PMA for Galileo HDX Antenna
Gogo reached the next hardware milestone on its Galileo LEO connectivity journey.
Flexjet to double in size with massive Embraer BizAv order
Flexjet will acquire more than 180 new Embraer business jets, part of a plan to nearly double its fleet size over the next five years.
SmartSky Slaps Gogo with Antitrust Claims
Four months after halting operations SmartSky filed a lawsuit against Gogo claiming “systematic anti-competitive practices destroyed competition for internet connectivity in business aviation” and seeking more than $1 billion in damages.
Gogo closes on Satcom Direct acquisition
The Gogo acquisition of Satcom Direct closed, bringing consolidation to the business aviation connectivity market.
Nextant certifies Starlink installation kits for Bombardier Global 5000/5500
Nextant Aerospace, the engineering arm of BizAv operator Flexjet, has expanded its Starlink portfolio to include the Bombardier Global 5000/5500.
Delta pushes product segmentation, punts on Basic Business for now
Market segmentation is all the rage at airlines these days, but can it go too far? How many different versions of an economy class ticket does Delta Air Lines really need?
Gulfstream secures STC for G650 Starlink installs
Starting today G650 owners can choose to add Starlink to their planes with the install handled directly by Gulfstream.
Wheels Up pivots fleet, picks Gogo Galileo for future connectivity
Private jet operator Wheels Up is revamping its fleet and upgrading the inflight internet offering, with the Gogo Galileo HDX solution to be installed on its Phenom and Challenger aircraft.
Textron extends Starlink support to smaller types
Textron Aviation announced FAA approval for the installation of a Starlink terminal on its Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 series and Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft.