Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying since 1975 and writing about aviation since 1978 and now has the best job in the world, running editorial operations for Aviation International News, Business Jet Traveler, and FutureFlight.aero. In addition to working as an A&amp;P mechanic on everything from Piper Cubs to turboprops, Matt taught flying at his father’s flight school in Plymouth, Mass., in the early 1980s, flew for an aircraft owner/pilot, and for two summer seasons hunted swordfish near the George’s Banks off the East Coast from a Piper Super Cub. An ATP certificated fixed-wing pilot and CFII and commercial helicopter pilot, Matt is type-rated in the Citation 500 and Gulfstream V/550. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Matt and his team cover the entire aviation scene including business aircraft, helicopters, avionics, safety, manufacturing, charter, fractionals, technology, air transport, advanced air mobility, defense, and other subjects of interest to AIN, BJT, and FutureFlight readers.

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

Gogo received its largest single order this year from an MRO provider when Duncan Aviation prepaid for 40 Galileo half-duplex (HDX) satcom systems.
HDX runs on Eutelsat’s OneWeb low-Earth-orbit satellite network and provides global coverage with speeds of up to 60 Mbps download and 11 Mbps upload. Roughly half the size of Gogo’s full-duplex (FDX) antenna, the HDX electronically steered compact antenna can fit on light jets and turboprops, though some customers opt to install it on large-cabin jets.
According to Gogo, it has built a reliable supply chain for Galileo and emphasizes cybersecurity and data privacy protections, along with flexible financing, predictable service pricing, and multilingual support around the clock.
With a three-year price lock, HDX service plans range from $3,500 per month for 25 gigabytes (plus $215 per gigabyte of overage) to $10,500 per month for unlimited data. One-year locked prices are higher.&nbsp;
“As expectations around inflight connectivity rise, we anticipate growing demand for Gogo Galileo HDX and are ready to support it,” said Duncan Aviation modifications sales manager Nate Klenke. “Having equipment on hand gives us greater flexibility to plan installations around our customers’ schedules. We have confidence in the technology and in Gogo’s ability to support our team and customers over the long term.”

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

Duncan Aviation Orders 40 Galileo HDX Low-Earth-orbit Satcom Systems

Pre-stocking inventory makes it easier to satisfy customer requirements 

The half-duplex system runs on Eutelsat’s OneWeb low-Earth-orbit satellite network and provides network speeds of up to 60 Mbps downloads and 10 Mbps uploads.

Duncan Aviation Orders 40 Galileo HDX Satcom Systems

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

High-speed satcom facilitates live video calling

Gogo Galileo Solves In-flight Mx Problem over Atlantic

Design includes matte exterior paint, full interior refurbishment, and upgraded avionics

Volare Aviation Refurbishment Transforms Challenger 604

New Aviation Performance Kit makes highest Starlink speeds available

Starlink’s Fastest Service Available for Hawker Owners

Kerry Lynch

Authorizations cover a coffee maker and microwave

Enflite Receives TSO Nod for Galley Equipment

SpaceX has doubled price of service for unlimited worldwide coverage

OpsGroup Details New Starlink Regional Service Maps

Charles Alcock

New developments and products in avionics, specifically about aircraft electronics in the cockpit.

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More In Cabin Interior and Electronics

Gogo Galileo Solves In-flight Mx Problem over Atlantic

High-speed satcom facilitates live video calling

Volare Aviation Refurbishment Transforms Challenger 604

Design includes matte exterior paint, full interior refurbishment, and upgraded avionics

Starlink’s Fastest Service Available for Hawker Owners

New Aviation Performance Kit makes highest Starlink speeds available

Enflite Receives TSO Nod for Galley Equipment

Authorizations cover a coffee maker and microwave

OpsGroup Details New Starlink Regional Service Maps

SpaceX has doubled price of service for unlimited worldwide coverage

Gogo Responds to Growing Connectivity Demand in Africa

Satcom specialist is participating in this week’s Aviation Africa Summit

SpaceX Appoints FAI Technik as Starlink Dealer

Company has installed its first system in a Bombardier Global XRS

FlightPath3D and Gogo Extend Bizav Partnership

Flight-tracking service is available for display on passengers' devices

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