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Gogo gains FAA STC for Galileo HDX installation on Gulfstream G650/G650ER, enabling tail-mounted LEO satcom

Gogo says it has secured an FAA STC for Galileo HDX to be installed on Gulfstream G650 and G650ER aircraft, with the terminal configured via an antenna installed under the tail-mounted radome. The certification enables high-speed LEO in-flight connectivity worldwide, now available as Gogo Galileo LEO Satcom.

Discovered 2026-07-06T00:47:47.403545-07:00 | 2026-07-06T00:47:47.403545-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • The FAA STC moves high-speed LEO connectivity from trials to installable, approved capability on two high-end Gulfstream long-range business jets—an execution milestone for satcom-equipped cabin operations.
  • Tail-radome/under-tail antenna installation specifics affect integration timelines, retrofit planning, and aircraft configuration control for operators and completion/line maintenance teams.
  • “Worldwide” LEO connectivity positioning broadens the competitive baseline for business aircraft inflight connectivity performance and coverage expectations.

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AINonline mrobusinesstoday.com
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2026-07-06T00:47:47.403545-07:00
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2026-07-06T10:29:04.034704-07:00
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