Switzerland-based QCM Design has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for Gogo’s Galileo HDX Antenna. Developed in collaboration with ACC Columbia Jet Service, the certificate will enable high-speed connectivity on Bombardier Global series business jets.
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO), a global player in aviation connectivity solutions, has a market capitalisation of USD 1.19 billion and annual revenue of USD 694.67 million. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company continues to expand its market presence with a gross profit margin of 51.04%.
The STC developed by QCM Design supports retrofit installation on Bombardier Global Express, Global Express XRS, Global 5000, Global 6000 and Global 6500 models. The first installation was carried out by Germany-based ACC Columbia Jet Service on a Bombardier Global 5000 owned by Austrian charter and aircraft management company Skyside.
With this installation, passengers will be able to access high-speed internet via the Eutelsat OneWeb LEO satellite network. On the aircraft, where software integration was completed in summer 2024, the Galileo HDX antenna allows seamless use of web browsing, video conferencing, streaming and e-mail services.
QCM Design CEO Christian Schusser said: “We are proud to have this STC approved and look forward to working with Gogo customers who want to upgrade their existing connectivity services.”
Gogo Senior Vice President of Sales EMEA APAC Dave Falberg emphasised that the integration of the Galileo antenna with Gogo Vision 360 will provide Skyside customers with market-leading connectivity and IFE services.
Following the EASA approval, QCM Design also expects certification from the FAA and TCCA. Customers will be able to pre-order installations for Bombardier Global business jets at ACC Columbia’s facilities in Hanover and Cologne/Bonn.
