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Gogo Business Aviation is a provider of in-flight broadband Internet service and other connectivity services for business aircraft.

EASA has issued a supplemental type certificate (STC) for installation of Gogo’s Plane Simple Ka-band tail-mount antenna on Dassault Falcon 7Xs and 8Xs. Gogo and Dassault’s Le Bourget service center worked together to develop the STC, with the initial installation on a 7X.
With the Plane Simple installation, the 7X and 8X can access Viasat’s Ka-band GX satellite network. This provides high-speed connectivity and enables “multiple passengers using multiple devices to access video streaming, conferencing, email, voice calling, and multiple digital applications simultaneously,” according to Gogo.
Installation of the Plane Simple system is available from Dassault Falcon factory-owned and authorized service centers. Gogo plans to add similar approvals from the FAA, Transport Canada, and Brazil’s ANAC. The installation includes two LRUs: the Plane Simple antenna and SDR Gateway router.
“With the equipping of the Plane Simple Ka-band terminal, passengers regularly flying lengthy international routes will have access to reliable, consistent high-speed connectivity to support productivity, entertainment, and relaxation through all phases of the flight,” said Gogo chief commercial officer Michael Skov Christensen. “The Plane Simple terminals, which are purpose-built for business aviation, not only enhance onboard Wi-Fi speeds but deliver access to the Gogo ecosystem of hardware, software, ground infrastructure, cybersecurity, and award-winning 24/7/365 customer support for a best-in-class connectivity experience.”

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Gogo Plane Simple Antenna Approved for Dassault Falcon 7X/8X

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With the Plane Simple installation, the 7X and 8X can access Viasat’s Ka-band GX satellite network. 

Gogo Plane Simple Antenna Approved for Falcon 7X/8X

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