Gogo Galileo certified for installation on Dassault Falcon 7X and 8X
Galileo offers reliable speeds of up to 60 mbps, and is optimised for light- to large-cabin aircraft.
Dassault Falcon Jet MRO has received supplemental type certificates (STCs) from the FAA and EASA for the Gogo Galileo HDX antenna, meaning the system can now be installed on the Dassault Falcon 7X and 8X.
The Gogo Galileo system, powered by the Eutelsat OneWeb enterprise-grade low earth orbit (LEO) network, offers high-performance and reliable connectivity globally. The HDX electronically steered antenna (ESA) provides a compact, lightweight, low power solution with reliable speeds of up to 60 Mbps, optimised for light- to large-cabin aircraft.
“Connectivity has become a core element of the Falcon customer experience, particularly on long‑range missions flown by the Falcon 7X and 8X,” said Frederic Cadiou, sales support director, Dassault MRO. “The approval of Gogo Galileo on these aircraft provides our operators with a high‑performance, reliable additional solution that meets rising expectations for global coverage and speed, while aligning well with the Falcon platform’s efficiency and design philosophy.”
Michael Skou Christensen, chief commercial officer, Gogo added: “These STCs are very exciting, as the Dassault Falcon 7X and its successor, the Falcon 8X, are among the most popular ultra-long-range business jets thanks to their combination of performance, comfort and advanced technology. Their customers – corporations, charter companies and high-profile owners – expect reliable, high performance and private connectivity during their flights and that’s what they’ll get with the Gogo Galileo system.”
Gogo equipped aircraft also have access to the firm’s suite of value-added services, including advanced cybersecurity protections and training.
“Cybersecurity and privacy have become increasingly important discussion topics with customers, especially with new PART-IS regulations in Europe, where many Falcons are based,” explained Christensen. “Our cybersecurity protections and training are very well received. In addition, all of Gogo’s connectivity solutions are designed to protect privacy. We minimise data retention and protect what’s sensitive – something most of our customers now prioritise.”
Galileo is available on a large number of aircraft models with new certifications being announced regularly. Recent additions include Skyservice Business Aviation which received EASA STC approval earlier this month to install the system on Bombardier Challenger 604, 605 and 650 aircraft. EASA also certified Galileo for the Airbus ACJ320 and ACJ320neo in early May.
