• A federal jury ordered Gogo Business Aviation to pay $22.7 million to SmartSky for patent infringement.
• The verdict resolves a long-running dispute between the two companies in the business aviation connectivity market.
• SmartSky accused Gogo of using its patented approach for delivering broadband to aircraft over unlicensed spectrum.
• Gogo plans to appeal the verdict.
• The patents at issue cover technologies such as beamforming handoff and methods for reusing spectrum efficiently for ATG service.

This verdict may suggest that the courts are taking a stronger stance on intellectual property protection in the business aviation industry. The ruling could also impact the competitive landscape, as SmartSky seeks enhanced damages and a running royalty on Gogo's 'continuing infringements'. Gogo's appeal may indicate a desire to challenge the verdict and maintain its market position, while SmartSky's victory may embolden the company to pursue further legal action against other competitors.