Wheels Up Selects Gogo Galileo HDX Fleetwide
Wheels Up has agreed to install Gogo Galileo HDX, a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) global broadband satellite solution, across its entire fleet. The installation is set to begin by mid-2025, pending aircraft certifications. Gogo Galileo HDX is designed to provide fast, low-latency inflight Wi-Fi, with expected peak speeds of up to 60 Mbps and mean speeds of 57 Mbps.
The system is compatible with any size business aircraft and can be easily upgraded from existing AVANCE systems. Gogo has been flight testing the system on a Challenger 300 with positive results. The service, backed by Eutelsat OneWeb's LEO network, is scheduled to launch later this year, promising consistent performance globally.
Wheels Up ha concordato di installare Gogo Galileo HDX, una soluzione globale di banda larga satellitare a bassa orbita terrestre (LEO), su tutta la sua flotta. L'installazione dovrebbe iniziare entro la metà del 2025, in attesa delle certificazioni degli aerei. Gogo Galileo HDX è progettato per fornire Wi-Fi in volo veloce e a bassa latenza, con velocità di picco previste fino a 60 Mbps e velocità medie di 57 Mbps.
Il sistema è compatibile con qualsiasi dimensione di velivolo business e può essere facilmente aggiornato dai sistemi AVANCE esistenti. Gogo ha testato il sistema su un Challenger 300 con risultati positivi. Il servizio, supportato dalla rete LEO di Eutelsat OneWeb, è programmato per essere lanciato entro la fine dell'anno, promettendo prestazioni costanti a livello globale.
Wheels Up ha acordado instalar Gogo Galileo HDX, una solución de satélite de banda ancha global en órbita terrestre baja (LEO), en toda su flota. La instalación está programada para comenzar a mediados de 2025, pending las certificaciones de las aeronaves. Gogo Galileo HDX está diseñado para proporcionar Wi-Fi en vuelo rápido y de baja latencia, con velocidades máximas esperadas de hasta 60 Mbps y velocidades medias de 57 Mbps.
El sistema es compatible con cualquier tamaño de aeronave de negocios y se puede actualizar fácilmente desde los sistemas AVANCE existentes. Gogo ha estado probando el sistema en un Challenger 300 con resultados positivos. El servicio, respaldado por la red LEO de Eutelsat OneWeb, está programado para lanzarse a finales de este año, prometiendo un rendimiento constante a nivel global.
Wheels Up는 전체 함대에 걸쳐 Gogo Galileo HDX, 저지구 궤도(LEO) 글로벌 광대역 위성 솔루션을 설치하기로 합의했습니다. 설치는 항공사 인증을 조건으로 2025년 중반에 시작될 예정입니다. Gogo Galileo HDX는 빠르고 낮은 지연의 비행 중 Wi-Fi를 제공하도록 설계되었으며, 최대 60 Mbps의 피크 속도와 평균 속도 57 Mbps가 예상됩니다.
이 시스템은 모든 크기의 비즈니스 항공기와 호환되며 기존 AVANCE 시스템에서 쉽게 업그레이드할 수 있습니다. Gogo는 Challenger 300에서 시스템을 비행 테스트하였고 긍정적인 결과를 얻었습니다. Eutelsat OneWeb의 LEO 네트워크에 지원되는 이 서비스는 올해 말에 출시될 예정이며, 전 세계적으로 일관된 성능을 약속합니다.
Wheels Up a accepté d'installer Gogo Galileo HDX, une solution globale de satellite à large bande en basse orbite terrestre (LEO), sur l'ensemble de sa flotte. L'installation devrait commencer d'ici mi-2025, sous réserve des certifications des aéronefs. Gogo Galileo HDX est conçu pour fournir un Wi-Fi en vol rapide et à faible latence, avec des vitesses maximales attendues allant jusqu'à 60 Mbps et des vitesses moyennes de 57 Mbps.
Le système est compatible avec tout type d'avion d'affaires et peut être facilement mis à niveau à partir des systèmes AVANCE existants. Gogo a testé le système en vol sur un Challenger 300 avec des résultats positifs. Le service, soutenu par le réseau LEO de Eutelsat OneWeb, devrait être lancé plus tard cette année, promettant des performances constantes à l'échelle mondiale.
Wheels Up hat sich darauf geeinigt, Gogo Galileo HDX, eine globale Breitband-Satellitenlösung in niedriger Erdumlaufbahn (LEO), in seiner gesamten Flotte zu installieren. Die Installation soll bis Mitte 2025 beginnen, vorbehaltlich der Zertifizierungen der Flugzeuge. Gogo Galileo HDX ist darauf ausgelegt, schnelles und latenzarmes Inflight-WLAN bereitzustellen, mit erwarteten Spitzenhöchstgeschwindigkeiten von bis zu 60 Mbps und durchschnittlichen Geschwindigkeiten von 57 Mbps.
Das System ist mit Flugzeugen jeder Größe kompatibel und kann problemlos von vorhandenen AVANCE-Systemen aufgerüstet werden. Gogo hat das System erfolgreich im Flug an einem Challenger 300 getestet. Der Dienst, der von dem LEO-Netzwerk von Eutelsat OneWeb unterstützt wird, soll noch in diesem Jahr starten und eine konstante Leistung weltweit versprechen.
- Wheels Up to install Gogo Galileo HDX fleetwide, potentially increasing customer satisfaction
- Gogo Galileo HDX expected to deliver peak speeds up to 60 Mbps, enhancing in-flight connectivity
- System designed to fit any size business aircraft, expanding market potential
- Easy upgrade path from existing AVANCE systems, potentially encouraging adoption
- Successful flight testing on Challenger 300 aircraft
- Installations not expected to begin until mid-2025, delaying potential revenue impact
- Service launch and revenue generation dependent on successful certifications for Wheels Up aircraft
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Wheels Up's decision to adopt Gogo Galileo HDX fleetwide is a significant move in the private aviation industry. This LEO-based satellite system promises peak speeds of
The system's compatibility with various aircraft sizes and easy upgrade path from existing AVANCE systems should facilitate a smooth transition. However, investors should note that the actual performance in real-world conditions and the cost of implementation across the fleet will be important factors to monitor. The partnership with Eutelsat OneWeb for the LEO network adds credibility to Gogo's claims of consistent global coverage, which could be a game-changer for international flights.
This deal represents a significant revenue opportunity for Gogo Business Aviation. With Wheels Up committing to a fleetwide installation, it secures a substantial and long-term customer for Gogo's new Galileo HDX system. The private aviation market is increasingly demanding high-quality in-flight connectivity and this partnership could set a new industry standard.
For Gogo, this agreement could lead to increased market share and potentially attract other fleet operators. Investors should watch for similar deals in the future, as they could indicate growing industry adoption. The timing of revenue recognition, starting from mid-2025, should be factored into financial projections. Additionally, the success of this implementation could open doors to upselling opportunities for Gogo's other services and products within Wheels Up's ecosystem.
"Exceptional onboard Wi-Fi is a central in-flight experience feature our members and customers value when selecting an aircraft," said George Mattson, CEO for Wheels Up. "Gogo is a long-term proven partner of ours, and their next generation Galileo HDX system is a key element of our fleet modernization plan. We look forward to delivering to our customers best-in-class connectivity as we become one of the first and only domestic fleets in private aviation with standardized satellite Wi-Fi capability."
Installations are expected to begin by the middle of 2025, as soon as certifications for Wheels Up aircraft are completed.
Gogo Galileo HDX is designed to deliver fast, low-latency inflight Wi-Fi to address the increased demand for data-heavy services and applications in use today, as well as emerging technologies in the future. Gogo Galileo HDX was designed with a form factor to fit on any size business aircraft and is expected to deliver peak speeds up to 60 Mbps, and mean speeds very close to peak at 57 Mbps.
"With Gogo Galileo HDX on board, Wheels Up will be able to offer unparalleled performance to its members and customers on all aircraft it expects to add to its fleet," said Sergio Aguirre, Gogo's president and COO. "Today's business aviation customers expect fast broadband inflight connectivity, and Gogo Galileo HDX will deliver."
Gogo Galileo HDX is designed to be an easy upgrade to any AVANCE system (AVANCE L3, L5, LX5, SCS). Gogo has been flight testing the Gogo Galileo HDX system on a Challenger 300 for the past several weeks and it is performing as planned. The service is expected to launch later this year.
The new service, scheduled to launch later this year, is backed by Eutelsat OneWeb's enterprise-grade LEO network. Designed for mobility, the network will deliver consistent performance with low variability across all routes globally.
About Gogo Business Aviation
Gogo is a leading provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market. We offer a customizable suite of smart cabin systems for highly integrated connectivity, inflight entertainment, and voice solutions. Gogo's products and services are installed on thousands of business aircraft of all sizes and mission types from turboprops to the largest global jets, and are utilized by the largest fractional ownership operators, charter operators, corporate flight departments and individuals.
As of June 30, 2024, Gogo reported 7,031 business aircraft flying with its broadband ATG systems onboard, 4,215 of which are flying with a Gogo AVANCE L5 or L3 system; and 4,247 aircraft with narrowband satellite connectivity installed. Connect with us at www.gogoair.com.
About Wheels Up
Wheels Up is a leading provider of on-demand private aviation and one of the largest companies in the industry. Wheels Up offers a complete global aviation solution with a large and diverse fleet and a global network of safety-vetted charter operators, all backed by an uncompromising commitment to safety and service. Customers can access charter and membership programs, as well as unique commercial travel benefits through a one-of-a-kind, strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines. Wheels Up also offers cargo, safety and security solutions and managed services to individuals, industry, government and civil organizations.
Wheels Up is guided by the mission to deliver a premium solution for every customer journey. With the Wheels Up mobile app and website, members and customers have the digital convenience to search, book and fly.
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