Textron Aviation is offering an additional high speed internet connectivity solution for its Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 series and Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft following the FAA’s issuance of AeroMech’s STC for Starlink high-speed internet connectivity. The STC utilises Starlink high-speed internet technology connecting to a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide more reliable connectivity over land, water and remote areas where traditional in-flight wi-fi may not have service.

“In today’s interconnected world, our customers expect to use their aircraft as a mobile office,” says Brian Rohloff, senior vice president, customer support. “Offering Starlink for the Beechcraft King Air B200/B300, including popular King Air 250, 260, 350, 350i and 360 models, and for the Cessna Citation Excel, XLS, XLS+ and XLS Gen2, positions our customers to experience one of the best possible in-flight connectivity and aviation experiences available today.”

Customers can schedule the upgrade for installation at North American Textron Aviation service centres and select international service centres. AeroMech’s STC utilises Starlink’s standalone system that consists of an antenna, power supply and router, and only requires power input from the aircraft.