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Textron Aviation Gains FAA Certification for Gogo Galileo HDX

October 16, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Textron Aviation secures FAA certification for Gogo Galileo HDX.
Certification applies to Cessna Citation Longitude and Latitude.
System offers global low-earth-orbit connectivity.
New deliveries from 2028 will include the system at no charge.

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Strategic Implications

This certification may signal a shift towards OEMs prioritizing satellite connectivity as a standard feature. The inclusion of Gogo Galileo HDX on new deliveries could indicate a growing demand for reliable global connectivity in business aviation, which suggests a potential market trend towards increased adoption of LEO connectivity solutions.

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What Happened

OEM Offers Free Satellite Connectivity On New Deliveries Starting 2028

Textron Aviation has announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified Gogo Galileo HDX for the Cessna Citation Longitude and Cessna Citation Latitude. This certification provides customers with a factory-supported global low-earth-orbit connectivity solution. The system, powered by Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO network, will be offered free on new deliveries starting in 2028. According to Textron Aviation, this makes it the first original equipment manufacturer to offer such an option. The certification was reported by AviNews.

Source | Originally Published: October 15, 2026

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