Gogo Galileo Now Available for Gulfstream G650/G650ER

The FAA has issued a supplemental type certificate (STC) to Gulfstream Aerospace for installation of Gogo Galileo HDX satcom systems on the G650/G650ER. Instead of mounting the HDX antenna on the top of the fuselage, this STC features an under-the-radome installation on top of the airplane’s vertical stabilizer.

The tail-mounted installation “maximizes performance and complements the design of the aircraft,” according to Gogo. “It is backwards compatible with existing network equipment, fully integrated with the cabin, and approved for multiple radomes to maximize flexibility and value.”

Gogo Galileo uses Eutelsat’s OneWeb low-earth-orbit satellite network and offers speeds up to 60 Mbps down and 11 Mbps up. The half-duplex antenna measures 24 by 11.8 by 2.1 inches and weighs 21.6 pounds.

“The addition of Gogo Galileo HDX as an aftermarket option for the G650 and G650ER reflects the growing demand for high-speed connectivity and provides operators with the latest technology in business aviation,” said Gogo CEO Chris Moore. “Operators using this system will experience consistent, high-speed in-flight internet performance, backed by Gogo’s cybersecurity protections and 24/7/365 customer support.”