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SD Government Announces Federal Aviation Administration STC Approval for Gogo Galileo HDX Installation on Pilatus PC-12

The Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity system on the Pilatus PC-12.

06/16/2026 - 13:39
SD Government, a Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) company providing connectivity infrastructure solutions to global governments and military, in partnership with Pilatus and Pro Star Aviation, receives the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) supplemental type certificate (STC) approval for the installation of the Gogo Galileo HDX on the Pilatus PC-12 turboprop. The approval covers multiple variants, including for special missions.
Now Open for Submissions, Sherwin-Williams® Aerospace Coatings Announces 2027 Calendar Contest
06/15/2026 - 14:00
Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Coatings announces a call for entries for its annual 2027 Aerospace Coatings Calendar, which features top-tier paint jobs on aircraft utilizing its coatings. Now in its ninth year, the contest receives a growing record number of submissions representing a broad range of designs and finishes.
Gogo Announces New STC Approved to Install Gogo Galileo Connectivity on Dassault Falcon 7X/8X

New STC approved to install Gogo Galileo connectivity on Dassault Falcon 7X/8X, offering all aboard access to high performance and reliable connectivity wherever they fly in the world. Photo: Dassault Falcon

06/15/2026 - 13:46
Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) announces that its Gogo Galileo high-performance connectivity system can now be installed on the Dassault Falcon 7X and 8X. Dassault Falcon Jet (DFJ) MRO has received supplemental type certificates (STCs) from both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the Gogo Galileo HDX antenna.
Av8 Expands Thriving Phenom Landing-Gear Overhaul Program
06/11/2026 - 12:22
Av8, a provider of landing gear overhaul, repair, and component support services for business aviation, announces a strategic investment into its already well-established Embraer Phenom landing-gear overhaul program. The investment reflects the company’s continued commitment to expanding support capabilities and improving turnaround times for operators of one of the industry’s most widely used light business jets.
Aero Star Aviation Expands Maintenance Capabilities with Addition of Citation Airframe Services
06/11/2026 - 12:15
Aero Star Aviation, a provider in maintenance and management for the Embraer 100 and 300 series and Praetor 500 and 600 aircraft, announces the expansion of its service offerings to include Citation 560XL and Latitude airframes for maintenance and support. This new capability represents a strategic step forward for Aero Star Aviation as it continues to meet growing customer demand for high-quality, reliable maintenance solutions across a broader range of business-aircraft platforms.
06/11/2026 - 12:08
Steiner Aviation International, a maintenance and avionics service and support company, recently expanded its facility at Akron-Canton Regional Airport (KCAK) with an additional 12,000-square-foot hangar that will initially be dedicated to servicing Embraer 135 and 145 aircraft.
West Star Aviation Advances Jeff Messmer to Manager of Technical Sales, Supporting Perryville Growth
06/11/2026 - 12:03
West Star Aviation announces Jeff Messmer has been promoted to manager of Technical Sales, supporting the company’s operations in Perryville, MO, at Perryville Regional Airport (PCD). In his new role, Messmer will work closely with customers on technical evaluations, airframe modifications, maintenance planning, and refurbishment projects.
Gulfstream Announces New On-Site Customer Support in Singapore to Strengthen Asia-Pacific Service Network
06/11/2026 - 11:43
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces new on-site Gulfstream customer support based in Singapore, further strengthening the company’s service capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) and reinforcing its commitment to supporting customers wherever they operate.
McFarlane Alaska Expands Backcountry Portfolio with Acquisition of T3 Tailwheel Product Line
06/11/2026 - 11:24
McFarlane Alaska announces the acquisition of the T3 Tailwheel product line, officially bringing the trusted brand into the McFarlane Alaska portfolio. After years of manufacturing and supporting T3 products through a close working relationship, this acquisition represents a strengthening of said relationship and the future of the brand while ensuring continued quality and customer support for the pilots and mechanics who use them daily.
HJS Adds King Air, Hawker, Falcon, and Challenger Parts to Growing Inventory
06/10/2026 - 12:11
HJS Aftermarket Aircraft Components continues its rapid growth with the acquisition of four aircraft, significantly expanding its inventory of high-quality components available to operators worldwide.
West Star Aviation Increases AOG Capacity to Meet Rising Service Demand
06/06/2026 - 11:50
West Star Aviation is seeing strong early benefits from its March acquisition of DC Jet as it continues to strengthen its AOG (aircraft on ground) capabilities ahead of the busy summer season. With calls into West Star Aviation’s dedicated AOG control center already increasing, the added technician headcount and expanded tooling resources gained through the acquisition are enhancing the company’s ability to respond to customer needs quickly and efficiently.
NorSAF and KBR Sign Agreement for Europe’s First 100% Drop-In SAF Production Facility
05/29/2026 - 10:09
NorSAF signs a permanent license agreement with KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (NYSE: KBR) for the deployment of PureSAF® technology, invented and developed by Swedish Biofuels AB and exclusively licensed to KBR for commercial deployment. The agreement grants NorSAF exclusivity to utilize the technology, establishing a strategic foundation for the potential development of Europe’s first commercial-scale facility capable of producing 100% drop-in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF/eSAF).
Airshare to Equip Fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with Gogo Galileo Connectivity

Airshare is equipping its fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with the Gogo Galileo HDX system.

05/29/2026 - 09:48
Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) announces that Airshare, a U.S.-based aircraft management, fractional ownership, jet cards, and charter services provider, is equipping its fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s with the Gogo Galileo HDX system. The upgrade delivers high-speed, low-latency connectivity across Airshare's Phenom fleet, enabling passengers and crew to email, stream, video conference, and browse simultaneously from anywhere they fly.
05/27/2026 - 10:24
Veryon, a provider of aviation software and information services, announces that it is partnering with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to further the university's Aviation Maintenance Science program by incorporating Veryon maintenance tracking into the curriculum for airframe and powerplant (A&P) students seeking leadership and management roles.
VIP Completions Delivers Revitalized Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy
05/21/2026 - 12:35
VIP Completions, provider of custom aircraft refurbishment and completions services, announces the delivery of a completely revitalized Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy (2000EXy).
20 Students Earn 2026 Karen K. Duncan Scholarship
05/19/2026 - 13:06
Duncan Aviation announces the twenty recipients of the 2026 Karen K. Duncan Scholarship as the company invests in its communities through the children of its team members.
Jet Aviation Launches Inspections by Automated Drone and AI in U.S.
05/19/2026 - 12:19
Jet Aviation announces that it has launched its automated drone and artificial intelligence (AI) technology for non-regulated inspections in the U.S. The inspection reports can be used to enhance the accuracy of existing services, such as pre-purchase inspections (PPIs) or inspections in insurance or warranty cases.
DAS Aviation Unveils Phenom 300 Inlet Modification Developed with AQRD Engineering
05/19/2026 - 11:51
DAS Aviation announces a new engineering solution, developed with AQRD Engineering, for Phenom 300 operators seeking to address potential inlet fastener concerns identified during inspection. Designed as an engineered modification option, the solution changes the inner barrel fasteners as part of a comprehensive repair intended to address fastener-related inlet issues and improve overall inlet reliability.
NATA Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Dan Edwards as DOT Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs, Congratulates Member Michael Graham on Second Term at NTSB
05/19/2026 - 11:23
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) congratulates Daniel J. Edwards on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate to serve as Assistant Secretary of Transportation for Aviation and International Affairs. Edwards also serves as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Associate Administrator for Airports.
Duncan Aviation’s Lincoln and Provo Facilities Complete Gulfstream 650 144-month Inspections
05/14/2026 - 11:09
Duncan Aviation announces that it has completed two more inspections on Gulfstream G650 aircraft. These simultaneous 144-month inspections were successfully completed at the company’s maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities in Lincoln, NE, and Provo, UT.

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