Gogo Galileo HDX Coming to Cessna Citation Jet Models
Expected FAA Supplemental Type Certification in late 2025
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced Gogo Galileo HDX will be available for aftermarket installation on Cessna Citation jets after Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) expected in late 2025. (Photo: Textron Aviation)
By offering as an aftermarket upgrade, the Textron Aviation support team is ensuring customers benefit from a global connectivity solution that delivers reliable performance. The system, which is purpose-built for business aviation, consists of two Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), a fuselage-mounted HDX antenna and the AVANCE technology router which minimizes installation downtime.
“Our customers expect to stay connected and productive while in the air and integrating the Gogo Galileo HDX system ensures they have access to high-speed internet in-flight,� said Brian Rohloff, senior vice president, Global Customer Support. “This advanced connectivity solution underscores our commitment to providing our customers with cutting-edge technology that enhances their flying experience.�
For jets, Textron Aviation’s supplemental type certificates are expected to include the Cessna Citation X+, X, Sovereign+, Sovereign, Latitude, XLS Gen2, XLS+, XLS, Excel, CJ4 Gen2, CJ4, CJ3+, CJ3, CJ2+, CJ2, M2 Gen2, M2, CJ1+, and CJ1.
Gogo Galileo HDX will be available for installation at domestic following STC approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) type certification and Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) type certification to follow at a later date. For more information regarding Textron Aviation connectivity upgrades available today, visit upgrades.txtav.com/connectivity.
About Textron Aviation service
Textron Aviation, through its Beechcraft and Cessna brands, is renowned for its unrivaled global service network dedicated to complete life-cycle support. In addition to its expansive company-owned footprint, Textron Aviation’s jet and turboprop customers have access to a global network of more than 300 authorized service facilities. Textron Aviation also offers a mobile support program featuring more than 40 mobile service units and on-site service technicians and support. Find additional information about Textron Aviation’s service programs at .
About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight.
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