Gilat's In-Flight Modem Exhibits Unprecedented Performance in Gogo's Live Airborne Media and Investor Event
May 15 2017 - 2:55PM
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT), a
worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and
services, announced today that its in-flight connectivity (IFC)
solution demonstrated unprecedented end-user throughput of over
100Mbps in Gogo’s live airborne media and investor event. Gilat’s
airborne modem powers Gogo’s 2Ku service and will be installed in
over 1600 aircraft across more than 13 airlines, commencing this
year.
On May 9th 2017, Gogo hosted a major, high
visibility industry event on their Boeing 737 test plane, the
“Jimmy Ray.” Analysts and media applauded Gogo’s 2Ku system and
Gilat’s modem, which demonstrated over 100Mbps performance. This is
acknowledged to be the highest performance ever achieved onboard a
commercial aircraft, as well as demonstrating continuous service
with excellent user experience.
The test flight not only confirmed its noteworthy
throughput and user experience, but also successfully demonstrated
interoperability capabilities of Gilat’s aero modem with the
aircraft's Communication (IFEC) avionic system.
As previously announced, Gogo selected Gilat to
provide the onboard VSAT modem and satellite baseband
infrastructure for its next generation IFC solution. The recent
flights were done upon completion of Supplement Type Certifications
(STC) for this system for Boeing and Airbus aircrafts.
"We are very pleased with the results demonstrated
during the media and investor event, which exceeded our initial
expectations, and are the fruit of our strategic partnership with
Gilat," said Anand Chari, Gogo’s Chief Technology Officer.
"We are proud to have reached this major milestone,
demonstrating our commitment to Gogo and our strategic direction of
continued IFC innovation and enhancements," said Michael (Miki)
Barak, VP Commercial Aviation & Mobility, at Gilat. "Our
SkyEdge II-c system features a comprehensive set of mobility
technologies designed to meet the challenges of IFC, maritime and
land mobility applications. These capabilities enable Gilat's
modems to achieve new levels of throughput, significant bandwidth
efficiency and high service availability, as demonstrated in Gogo's
implementation.”
About GogoWith more than two
decades of experience, Gogo is the leader in in-flight connectivity
and wireless entertainment services for commercial and business
fleets around the world. Gogo connects aircraft, providing its
airlines partners with the world's most powerful network and
platform to help optimize their operations. Gogo's superior
technologies, best-in-class service, and global reach help planes
fly smarter, airlines partners perform better, and their passengers
travel happier.
Today, Gogo has partnerships with 16 commercial
airlines and has installed in-flight connectivity technology on
more than 2,900 commercial aircraft. More than 7,000 business
aircraft are also flying with its solutions, including the world's
largest fractional ownership fleets. Gogo also is a factory option
at every major business aircraft manufacturer. Gogo has more than
1,000 employees and is headquartered in Chicago, IL, with
additional facilities in Broomfield, CO, and various locations
overseas. Connect with us
at www.gogoair.com and business.gogoair.com
About
GilatGilat Satellite Networks Ltd.
(NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT) is a leading global provider of
satellite-based broadband communications. With 30 years of
experience, we design and manufacture cutting-edge ground segment
equipment, and provide comprehensive solutions and end-to-end
services, powered by our innovative technology. Delivering high
value competitive solutions, our portfolio comprises of a cloud
based VSAT network platform, high-speed modems, high performance
on-the-move antennas and high efficiency, high power Solid State
Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC).
Gilat’s comprehensive solutions support multiple
applications with a full portfolio of products to address key
applications including broadband access, cellular backhaul,
enterprise, in-flight connectivity, maritime, trains, defense and
public safety, all while meeting the most stringent service level
requirements. Gilat controlling shareholders are the FIMI Private
Equity Funds. For more information, please visit:
www.gilat.com
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Doreet Oren
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