Gogo has confirmed that the company has received the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for its Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount terminal for Gulfstream GV and Gulfstream G550 aircraft.
The STC adds to the existing Plane Simple Ka-band STCs which are already available on Gulfstream G650 and Gulfstream G650ER. “The latest STC in our growing portfolio gives Gulfstream GV and G550 owners and operators access to more speed, more data, and more service plan flexibility and facilitates dual-dissimilar options for optimised global connectivity through our multi-orbit, multi-band strategy,” Gogo CEO Chris Moore commented.
“At the same time, forward compatibility with Viasat’s next-generation GX satellites helps operators to future-proof their connectivity fit, which is complemented by the added value delivered through the Gogo ecosystem, including expert global customer support, unparalleled cybersecurity services, and a connectivity portfolio designed to evolve with the changing connectivity landscape.”
The Ka-band antenna connects with existing Viasat GX satellites powering the Jet ConneX service, and according to Gogo, the terminal is the first in business aviation built to optimise compatibility with Viasat next-generation GX satellites, with the volume of data transmitted and received more than doubling.
The terminal, which optimises the SD Modem Unit integrated with the SD Gateway Router to distribute high-speed broadband to passenger and crew devices, is now available for installation through authorised Gulfstream and Jet Aviation service centres. Gogo says that it continues to work on an aftermarket STC for Gulfstream G500 and Gulfstream G600 models, with completion expected later in the year.
