FAA Certifies Gogo Galileo HDX for Citation Jets
The connectivity system will be available for Cessna Citation Longitude and Latitude models.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Business Travel
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The FAA has granted certification for the Gogo Galileo HDX low-Earth orbit connectivity solution on Cessna Citation Longitude and Citation Latitude jets. This integration aims to bring advanced satellite connectivity to the business aircraft market.
Why it matters
Business travelers increasingly rely on consistent, high-speed internet access to maintain productivity while in the air. This certification ensures that owners of these specific jet models can integrate reliable satellite communication systems into their flight operations.
Customers selecting the connectivity solution receive a preferred worldwide service rate guaranteed for 3 years. Textron Aviation will provide no-charge installation of the system on factory-new aircraft starting in 2028.
The players
FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration is the national aviation authority of the United States responsible for the regulation of civil aviation.
Gogo
Gogo is a provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market.
Textron Aviation
Textron Aviation is an aerospace company that manufactures Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft.
The details
Textron Aviation is tasked with the integration of the Gogo Galileo HDX system into the business jets. The manufacturer is also pursuing broader connectivity upgrades, including integrating SpaceX Starlink into other Citation and Hawker models.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: The FAA officially certified the Gogo Galileo HDX system for specific Citation jets.
2028: No-charge installations begin for new Citation Longitude and Latitude aircraft deliveries.
Travel Outlook
This certification reflects the broader industry pivot toward high-speed, low-latency satellite connectivity in business aviation. It positions Textron Aviation to compete with other manufacturers by standardizing advanced communication tech across its existing fleet.
Buyers looking at Cessna Citation Longitude or Latitude jets should account for the connectivity options available for upcoming delivery windows. Choosing factory-installed systems for 2028 deliveries can eliminate installation costs and lock in preferred service rates.
The takeaway
Reliable in-flight connectivity is becoming a core expectation for private business aviation. Owners should evaluate service rate guarantees when negotiating new aircraft delivery contracts to minimize long-term operational costs.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving standards for corporate aviation, visit the Business Travel section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Flying.
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