Gogo has received FAA supplemental type certificate (STC) approval for its Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount terminal on Gulfstream GV and G550 aircraft. Developed with Gulfstream Aerospace at its Savannah, Georgia headquarters, the STC expands on existing approvals for the G650 and G650ER.

The terminal integrates with the SD Gateway Router to provide high-speed broadband for passengers and crew. Chris Moore, Gogo CEO, says: “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.”

The Ka-band antenna connects to Viasat's Jet ConneX network and is designed for future compatibility with next-generation GX satellites, which will double data transmission capacity. Installations are available through authorised Gulfstream and Jet Aviation service centres, with an aftermarket STC for the Gulfstream G500 and G600 expected later this year.