Gogo

Name

Gogo

Legal name

Gogo Inc.

Website

https://gogoair.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Connectivity Services

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (5174), Satellite Telecommunications (51741)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Aviation Connectivity & Onboard Cabin Technology Services (THABAFAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Satellite Mobility Connectivity (Maritime, Aviation, Rail, Land Mobile) (HDAIAJAD)

Keywords

• Inflight connectivity
• Business aviation
• Satellite communications
• Air-to-ground networks
• Aviation broadband

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Connectivity Services: Recurring subscription and usage-based service fees for inflight Wi-Fi connectivity. Service plans range from hourly to unlimited options, providing connectivity across ATG, LEO, and GEO networks.
2. Equipment Sales: One-time hardware sales including AVANCE systems, Galileo antennas (HDX/FDX), 5G ATG equipment, routers (SDR/SDRG), and installation accessories.
3. Government/Military Contracts: Federal contracts for airborne satellite communications including multi-orbit solutions for government agencies. Examples include NOAA Hurricane Hunter contract ($7.5M) and US Air Force C-130 communications upgrades.
4. Inflight Entertainment: Subscription-based entertainment services including Gogo Vision (movies, TV, magazines) and JetVision by DIRECTV for live TV streaming.
5. Training & Certification: Revenue from professional training programs including aeroIT certification ($6,500), product training courses, and cybersecurity awareness training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Gogo provides multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity hardware and services for business aviation aircraft and military/government operators. The company manufactures and sells purpose-built electronically steered antennas (HDX, FDX), the AVANCE software platform with multiple hardware variants, and operates ATG, LEO (via Eutelsat OneWeb), and GEO (Ku/Ka-band) networks under recurring subscription service plans.

Product overview

Gogo is a multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity provider for business aviation and military/government markets. The portfolio is organized around a platform-plus-modules architecture: the AVANCE software platform (L3, L5, LX5, SCS variants) serves as the core connectivity hub, which connects to various network options including Gogo 5G ATG (North America), Gogo Galileo LEO (global via Eutelsat OneWeb), and GEO satellite solutions (Ku-band via SES, Ka-band via Viasat). The Multi-Orbit Solution enables seamless integration of all networks for global redundancy. Value-added services include Gogo Vision and JetVision (inflight entertainment), SD Pro and Gogo DASH (fleet management tools), FlightDeck Freedom (cockpit datalink), Gogo Skyline (voice/text), SkyTicket (payment processing), SmartShield (cybersecurity), and Gogo Cloudport (ground updates). SD Government extends the portfolio for government and military customers. Training services (aeroIT, aeroCNCT, Product Training) and the Gogo C1 migration product round out the offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Gogo Skyline: Phone and text messaging solution allowing passengers to make calls using their own smartphone and contacts in flight
• aeroCNCT
• aeroIT
• SD Pro
• Gogo DASH
• SkyTicket
• Gogo Vision
• JetVision by DIRECTV
• aeroV
• Gogo Cloudport
• SD Government

Products and services

• Gogo Galileo LEO Satellite Connectivity Global Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellite internet connectivity service for business aviation, powered by the Eutelsat OneWeb constellation. Available in HDX (light to large cabin) and FDX (super-midsize to large cabin and bizliner) variants with speeds up to 60 Mbps and sub-100ms latency. Targeted at business jet operators requiring global coverage.
• Gogo 5G Air-to-Ground Network Air-to-ground (ATG) 5G broadband network covering the contiguous United States and southern Canada. World's first 5G ATG broadband solution deployed at scale, delivering speeds exceeding 80 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. Targeted at North American business aviation operators.
• Gogo AVANCE Platform Software-based connectivity and entertainment platform available in multiple configurations: L3 (flexible affordable option), L5 (4G experience), LX5 (integrated 5G), and SCS (small lightweight solution compatible with Gogo Galileo). Serves as the central hub connecting cabin networks, entertainment, and external communications.
• Multi-Orbit Connectivity Solutions Multi-orbit, multi-band connectivity combining LEO, GEO, and ATG networks for truly global coverage with network redundancy. Enables seamless switching between satellite orbits and frequency bands for uninterrupted connectivity. Targeted at operators requiring global mission flexibility and maximum resilience.
• ATG Air-to-Ground Network Service Air-to-ground connectivity covering the contiguous US, parts of Canada, and Alaska. Proprietary ATG network offering recurring subscription service plans from hourly to unlimited options for North American flight missions.
• GEO Satellite Connectivity Solutions Geosynchronous global connectivity via Ku-band and Ka-band satellite solutions designed for mid-to-large size aircraft. Delivered through Plane Simple Ku-band (SES FlexExec) and Plane Simple Ka-band (Viasat JetConneX) tail-mounted antenna systems with consistent performance from taxi to touchdown.
• Gogo Skyline Phone and Text Service Software-based phone and text service allowing passengers to make calls and send messages using personal smartphones over aircraft Wi-Fi without additional hardware. Previously known as Gogo Text & Talk. Available as a subscription add-on for AVANCE-equipped aircraft.
• Gogo Vision Inflight Entertainment Inflight entertainment platform delivering movies, TV shows, digital magazines, and 3D moving maps on personal devices. Vision 360 offers premium experience with unlimited blockbuster content; Vision+ provides basic infotainment with 3D moving map. Available as subscription add-on for AVANCE-equipped aircraft.
• JetVision by DIRECTV Live TV, sports, and entertainment service for business aviation, offering premium channels on personal devices or in-cabin monitors via SDR/SDRG routers with broadband connectivity. Available on all SDR/SDRG routers with broadband connectivity service.
• SD Pro Flight Operations Platform Communications and operations platform for business aviation delivering real-time insights, push notifications, account management, security alerts, and carbon emission reporting in a centralized ecosystem. Targeted at flight operations teams managing fleet connectivity and performance.
• Gogo DASH Fleet Management Toolkit Mobile and desktop toolkit for managing connectivity experience across fleets, providing connectivity insights, customization of onboard experience, equipment maintenance, and user management for AVANCE-equipped aircraft.
• FlightDeck Freedom Datalink Communications Next-generation datalink communications platform uniting flight deck and cabin communications with international trip planning services, featuring advanced automation, intelligent hazard detection, and regulatory compliance tools. Targeted at cockpit crews and flight operations.
• SD Government Defense Connectivity Solutions Gogo subsidiary providing secure multi-orbit satellite communications for US and allied government agencies. Covers VIP transport, medevac, military transport, special missions, and defense applications with secure encrypted connectivity solutions and government contract fulfillment.
• aeroIT Certification Program Aviation industry's first comprehensive inflight computer networking certification program validating best practices for configuring and troubleshooting onboard networks and connectivity systems. Priced at $6,500 per student, includes 4.5 days classroom training, materials, LMS access, and exam voucher.
• aeroCNCT Crewmember Training Crewmember Network and Connectivity Training course educating flight operations personnel about inflight connectivity systems and troubleshooting. Targeted at flight crews needing operational understanding of Gogo systems.
• Gogo Product Training Technical training covering equipment installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance for Gogo inflight connectivity solutions including AVANCE, 5G, Galileo, C1, and Plane Simple. Available at Broomfield facility or customized onsite with minimum 3-day engagement.
• Aviation Cybersecurity Awareness Training Course educating technology-related risks and responsibilities in protecting organizations from cyber threats, aligned with EASA Part-IS compliance. Free for all Gogo connectivity customers; $500 retail price; 2-3 hours online self-paced.

Quantifiable outcome

• 67% year-over-year revenue growth in Q4 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature12 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• GCT Semiconductor HoldingcoreTechnology or Integration · 22 June 2026GCT Semiconductor supplies 5G chipsets for Gogo's air-to-ground network. The company completed commercial shipments of its 5G chipset adopted for Gogo's 5G service, supporting the launch of live broadband 5G connectivity.
• VistaflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 April 2026Vista private aviation group deploying Gogo Galileo across 270 aircraft fleet. Implementation starting November 2025 in Europe, expanding to US and Asia by 2026. Plans to upgrade 60+ aircraft within 18 months.
• Space ISACsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 September 2025Gogo joined the Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center to accelerate cross-sector cybersecurity collaboration and bolster resilience in space and aviation systems.
• Airspan NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationAirspan Networks enabled Gogo's 5G ATG network launch with its 5G Air-to-Ground In-Motion technology. The platform represents the world's first 5G air-to-ground broadband solution deployed at scale.
• Hughes Network SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationHughes and Gogo celebrated delivery of ESA terminals HDX and FDX for business jet connectivity. Hughes manufactures the electronically steerable antenna terminals in partnership with Gogo.
• Eutelsat OneWebcoreTechnology or IntegrationGogo Galileo LEO connectivity powered by Eutelsat OneWeb low Earth orbit satellite constellation. Provides global coverage including remote and polar regions with low latency under 100ms.
• SES (FlexExec)coreTechnology or IntegrationGogo Plane Simple Ku-band terminal uses SES FlexExec service for global geosynchronous satellite connectivity for business aviation.
• Viasat (JetConneX)coreTechnology or IntegrationGogo Plane Simple Ka-band terminal connects to Viasat's JetConneX service for high-speed global connectivity on business jets.
• Textron AviationflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerTextron Aviation offers Gogo 5G connectivity upgrades for Cessna Citation business jets (Longitude, Latitude, Sovereign, Excel) following FAA STC approval. Factory installation available on new aircraft.
• AirsharecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirshare equipping entire Embraer Phenom 300 fleet with Gogo Galileo HDX system. Installation at Airshare Wichita maintenance facility.
• Pro Star AviationsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnered with Pilatus and Gogo SD Government for STC development on Pilatus PC-12 aircraft for Galileo HDX installation.
• Aloft AeroArchitectssupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAloft AeroArchitects completed first FAA STC for Gogo Galileo FDX antenna on Boeing Business Jets, enabling full-duplex connection with Eutelsat OneWeb LEO constellation.
• Global ReachsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinancial services partner for SkyTicket platform enabling payment processing and transaction management for charter operator connectivity billing.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Viasat: Viasat operates the JetConneX Ka-band service used by Gogo's Plane Simple Ka terminal and is a vertically integrated satellite operator with its own constellation, competing head-on with Gogo Galileo in business aviation IFC while also serving commercial airlines and defense.
• Intelsat: Intelsat (post-merger with SES's in-flight entertainment business) provides global satellite capacity and is a direct competitor in business aviation and government connectivity, with comparable multi-orbit ambitions and deep airline relationships.
• Panasonic Avionics: Panasonic Avionics is a major in-flight entertainment and connectivity provider for commercial airlines; while Gogo exited commercial aviation, Panasonic's commercial IFC and connectivity platform overlap with Gogo's broader IFC technology stack and global satellite connectivity ambitions.
• Collins Aerospace: Collins Aerospace (RTX) provides avionics, flight-deck communications, and connectivity integration for business and military aircraft, including cockpit communications that overlap with Gogo's FlightDeck Freedom and government SATCOM offerings.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell provides satellite communications hardware (e.g., JetWave) and avionics systems to business aviation and government operators, competing with Gogo's Plane Simple hardware line and offering comparable cabin and cockpit connectivity solutions.
• Thales Avionics: Thales provides avionics, in-flight entertainment, and connectivity systems for commercial and business aircraft, including satellite communication terminals and mission-critical defense communications that overlap with Gogo's product portfolio.
• Inmarsat (now part of Viasat): Inmarsat's SwiftBroadband and Jet ConneX heritage services, now under Viasat, have long served the same business aviation and government SATCOM market that Gogo targets, representing a deep incumbency that Gogo must displace to gain share in international and government segments.

Direct peers

• SmartSky Networks: SmartSky is the most direct ATG competitor to Gogo, deploying its own air-to-ground broadband network targeting the same US business aviation operators, putting pressure on Gogo's ATG subscriber base ahead of the 5G transition.
• Iridium Communications: Iridium operates the Iridium Certus L-band satellite service used for aviation safety communications and lower-bandwidth business aviation connectivity, competing with parts of Gogo's LEO and multi-orbit portfolio for cockpit and cabin data services.

Emerging players

• Hughes Network Systems: Hughes manufactures the electronically steered antenna terminals (HDX, FDX) for Gogo's Galileo service in a mutual partnership, but also sells its own satellite communications solutions to enterprise and government aviation customers, making it a technology partner and emerging adjacent competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/gogo
• Facebookfacebook.com/gogo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gogo
• Instagraminstagram.com/gogobizav

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds9 records

Investors6 records

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M&A1 record

Investments2 records

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