Gogo Business Aviation has partnered with Skyservice Business Aviation to develop Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) from Transport Canada Civil Aviation and the Federal Aviation Administration on six aircraft models for Gogo 5G.
Gogo says its 5G, which will provide North American operators with enhanced air-to-ground in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC), is expanding its Canadian coverage.
“Our global clients rely on us to provide world-class in-air communication solutions,” said Benjamin Murray, president and CEO, Skyservice.
“We are thrilled to partner with Gogo in order to expand the availability of fast, cutting-edge, and dependable 5G service options to a broader range of aircraft.”
The STCs Skyservice has in development will cover the Gulfstream G280 (TCCA STC issued, FAA validation pending), Embraer Legacy 450/500 (TCCA STC issued, FAA validation pending), Cessna Citation CJ3/3+ (TCCA STC issued, FAA validation pending), Bombardier Challenger 300/350 (TCCA STC issued, FAA validation received), Bombardier Challenger 604/605 (TCCA STC issued, FAA validation received) and Cessna Citation X (TCCA STC to begin shortly).
The extensive 5G STC portfolio will be available with installation of an AVANCE L5 and two MB13 phased-array antennas, and Gogo says that, when available in the second quarter of 2025, the L5 will be easily swapped with AVANCE LX5 (5G Line Replaceable Unit).
“The Skyservice team is a long-standing and valued partner of Gogo, and a significant collaborator in bringing the future of air-to-ground IFEC to our shared customers,” said David Salvador, Vice President of Aftermarket Sales for Gogo.
“Their continued investment in Gogo 5G certification further expands our 5G STC portfolio and is exciting news for operators of those aircraft desiring a great inflight connectivity experience.”
