Gogo’s SDG division received Air Mobility Command T‑1 certification for its Roll‑on/Roll‑off Beyond Line‑of‑Sight Tactical Removable Airborne Satellite Communications system on all C‑130 variants, allowing the plug‑and‑play installation of its Plane Simple Ku‑band terminal in under 30 minutes.
The certification covers every C‑130 model, with testing completed on the J and H variants, and it enables integration of the Ku‑band terminal with a planned Ka‑band expansion to broaden bandwidth and coverage.
This approval expands SDG’s reach into the U.S. military’s largest transport fleet, creating a new potential revenue stream and positioning the company to pursue similar contracts with partner nations such as Japan, Australia, and New Zealand.
Gogo’s broader strategy is to become a multi‑orbit connectivity provider, combining its existing air‑to‑ground network with GEO and LEO satellite services. The acquisition of Satcom Direct in December 2024 bolstered its GEO capabilities and government market presence, reinforcing this multi‑orbit vision.
Despite the certification, Gogo’s financial health remains a concern. The company reported a Q3 2025 earnings‑per‑share of –$0.01 and a Q4 2024 net loss of $28.2 million, and Moody’s downgraded its rating to B2 amid high debt and competitive pressure from Starlink. The $3 million federal contract signed in October 2025 demonstrates early traction, but the company must secure additional contracts to offset its debt burden.
Hayden Olson, Executive Vice President of SDG, said the new capability “gives military forces much‑needed situational awareness to support global command and control decisions.” The certification is a regulatory milestone that could unlock new revenue opportunities, but its ultimate impact will depend on Gogo’s ability to convert the approval into signed contracts and manage its financial challenges.
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