PRESS RELEASE
This initiative demonstrates Eclipse’s rapid advancement in providing cutting-edge Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity solutions to European defense operators.
Hamburg, Germany - 14 April 2026.
Eclipse Global Connectivity (Eclipse) announced today, at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX - Stand 2C40), that it is contracted to develop two new Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) and installation kits for the Gogo Galileo HDX and FDX antennas. The STCs are being developed for two European military aircraft platforms. In partnership with SD Government, a Gogo company (NASDAQ: Gogo) serving the military/government markets, Eclipse will also provide Galileo system airtime services, giving these clients access to Eutelsat OneWeb’s LEO satellite network.
Marc Pinault, CEO of Eclipse, emphasized the team's rapid progress in developing new STCs for the European military market, stating: "We are extremely pleased to be developing these STCs so soon after our appointment as SD Government Authorised Resellers. Delivering on our promise to help more defense-related aircraft operators achieve their mission objectives with connectivity is a point of pride. For these projects, we selected and are supplying Gogo's HDX and FDX Antennas from SD Government— the only antennas currently qualified by Eutelsat OneWeb for government aircraft platforms. Offering high-speed, low-latency connectivity, these solutions fit our clients' demanding requirements."
Ben Massey, Senior Vice President SD Government, underscored the significance of the partnership, stating: “We are impressed at the speed with which Eclipse is bringing our antennas to the European military/government market. This collaboration is a testament to what is possible when two industry leaders join forces, and we are eager to continue expanding our relationship, with a roadmap for future STCs from Eclipse.”
More About The Solution
The Gogo Galileo system connects to Eutelsat’s OneWeb constellation of LEO satellites delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity around the world. For defense users, the resilient architecture ensures secure, reliable communications, supporting critical missions where uninterrupted connectivity is essential.
The Gogo Galileo system includes HDX and FDX electronically steered antennas (ESA). HDX provides a compact, lightweight, low-power, high-performance solution with reliable speeds up to 60 Mbps, optimized for light to large aircraft. FDX, a larger full-duplex antenna for larger aircraft, delivers consistent speeds of up to 195 Mbps to the aircraft, and 32 Mbps off, ensuring maximum throughput for the most demanding connectivity needs. This enables secure, efficient communication for complex, mission-critical operations.
Designed for efficient installation, both antennas provide a minimally invasive integration process that reduces aircraft downtime. Gogo further supports operators and integration partners with dedicated entry-into-service training to help ensure a seamless deployment experience.
About Eclipse
Eclipse helps commercial, head-of-state, and military aircraft operators achieve their business and operational objectives through in-flight connectivity solutions.
Eclipse has over 30 years of experience in the satellite communications ecosystem, continuously monitoring developments to provide innovative solutions tailored to each operator's needs.
Leveraging our EASA DOA (Design Organization Approval) and POA (Production Organization Approval) expertise, we deliver comprehensive airborne network solutions that meet the most demanding requirements while ensuring airworthiness and compliance.
Operators worldwide rely on us for system selection, solution design, and DO-178 certified software. We also provide system certification, installation kits and documentation, airtime, and in-service support.
Based near Paris, France, Eclipse offers flexible, certified solutions that prioritize safety. Learn more at www.eclipseglobalconnectivity.com.
SD Government, a Gogo Company
SD Government (SDG), a Gogo company, is a leading global operator of customized, secure end-to-end satellite connectivity services that deliver assured global access to networks, voice, data, and video applications on land and in the air. As part of the Gogo family, SDG leverages Gogo’s advanced technology ecosystem to provide integrated, mission-critical connectivity solutions to government and military operators worldwide.
Each SDG solution is scalable – from simple point-to-point links, to complete end-to-end global sys-tems that are fully interoperable and seamlessly integrated with government networks – for enhanced situational awareness and faster response.
Providing customers with solutions across GEO, MEO, and LEO satellite constellations – encompass-ing L-, Ku-, Ka-, and Mil-Ka frequency bands – SDG delivers innovative turnkey capabilities backed by Gogo’s proven expertise in aviation and connectivity infrastructure. The portfolio includes equipment, systems integration, ground networks, satellite airtime, training, and 24/7/365 global support.
Government customers trust SDG to deliver resilient, agnostic solutions with the highest quality of service and customer support, provided by an expert team of military veterans and technical special-ists experienced in managing complex communications requirements to ensure mission success.
Visit https://sdgov.gogoair.com/ and https://www.gogoair.com/ to learn more.
Media Contacts
Eclipse
Sylvain Thomas
+33 (0)1 56 34 27 19
sylvain.thomas@eclipse-fr.com
Gogo
Jane Stanbury
+44 7803 296046
jane@arenagroupassociates.com
