Greenville, S.C. - Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (Stevens), in partnership with Gogo (NASDAQ:GOGO) and Metrea Aerospace Design, is pleased to announce that they have completed their Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Gogo’s Galileo HDX global high-speed internet system for King Air 200 and 300 series aircraft.
The Gogo Galileo HDX antenna delivers speeds of up to 60 Mbps down and 11 Mbps up “globally” backed by Eutelsat-OneWeb’s Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) enterprise-grade satellite network. Stevens witnessed these speeds during a delivery flight with a full cabin of users and a multitude of devices performing unlimited activities. All devices were loading the system with heavy streaming and other high-bandwidth activities and experienced seamless, smooth connectivity with
Gogo Galileo can be added to any existing Gogo AVANCE system with minimal disruption to the aircraft for operators who need connectivity when flying outside of North American ground coverage (over the Gulf of Mexico, for example
Through the Gogo AVANCE platform and integration with the Galileo HDX, operators gain access to a suite of built-in digital cabin services. These include advanced features such as a real-time 3D moving map, as well as onboard entertainment powered by Gogo Vision, enabling passengers to stream movies, TV shows, and other content directly to their personal devices without relying solely on external bandwidth. Gogo also prioritizes cybersecurity and privacy for every customer.
“As the leading King Air MRO, we are excited to bring this new technology from a long-standing aviation connectivity provider to our King Air customers around the world”, said Rob Reed, Stevens’ Director of Avionics. This initial STC includes the Beechcraft King Air 200 and 300 series aircraft models equipped with various avionics suite configurations. Stevens’ STC also includes Wi-Fi activation to complete the package for ease of installation and lower installation costs. Finally, the Stevens FAA-approved STC will include EASA and TCCA validations (in work as of this release) in Europe and Canada, respectively, and is available for sale now as a full installation at our facilities or as an “authorization to use the STC” by other Gogo authorized dealers.
For more information on this STC or other avionics questions, contact Rob Reed, Director of Avionics, at RReed@StevensAerospace.com. For more information on Stevens Aerospace, visit www.StevensAerospace.com or contact Phil Stearns, Director of Sales and Marketing at PStearns@StevensAerospace.com.
About Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC
Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) provides MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services on a wide range of aircraft produced by manufacturers such as Textron, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Pilatus, Dassault, and Embraer. Stevens presently operates facilities in Greenville, S.C. (GYH), Nashville, TN (MQY), and Denver, CO (APA), as well as operates a 24-hour/365-day AOG (aircraft on ground)
mobile maintenance division. Stevens is also a provider of depot-level aircraft maintenance, refurbishment, and modification for federal, state, and local governments. All Stevens locations hold FAR Part 145 repair station certificates. Stevens’ GYH location also holds Mexican AFAC and European EASA certifications and conforms to ISO9001: 2015, AS9110C, and DCMA 8210.1C guidelines. For more information, visit www.StevensAerospace.com.
About Gogo
Gogo is the only multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity provider offering connectivity technology purpose-built for business and military/government aviation. Its industry-leading product portfolio offers best-in-class solutions for all aircraft types, from small to large, and heavy jets and beyond.
The Gogo offering uniquely incorporates air-to-ground systems with access to high-speed satellite networks, which aim to deliver consistent, global tip-to-tail connectivity through a sophisticated suite of software, hardware, and advanced infrastructure supported by a 24/7/365 in-person customer support team.
Gogo consistently strives to set new standards for reliability, security, and innovation, and is shaping the future of in-flight aviation to make it easier for every customer to stay connected beyond all expectations.
About Metrea Aerospace Design
Metrea Aerospace Design (formerly Peregrine) provides advanced systems engineering services and integrated electronic solutions to the general aviation industry, specializing in flight deck upgrades, in-flight Wi-Fi, and ISR-related activities. Metrea’s ODA is here to assist with the development, integration, and, ultimately, certification VIA STC for Part 23, Part 25, Part 27, and Part 29 aircraft alterations