Gogo has confirmed that its C1 Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) has received Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for 42 aircraft models via an Approved Model List (AML) granted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This major approval covers 70% of North American legacy air-to-ground (ATG) customer aircraft, ensuring compatibility with Gogo’s forthcoming LTE network upgrade, set to go live in May 2026.
Developed in collaboration with Metrea Aerospace Design (MASD), the AML STC includes a broad range of aircraft, such as Cessna Citation, Gulfstream, Bombardier Challenger and Learjet, Dassault Falcon, Embraer, and Hawker models.
The Gogo C1 enables existing customers operating legacy ATG 1000, 2000, 4000 or 5000 systems to seamlessly transition to the enhanced Gogo Biz North American 850MHz Licensed LTE network, maintaining uninterrupted inflight connectivity.
More than a simple upgrade, the C1 LRU acts as a bridging solution toward Gogo’s next-gen platform, Gogo AVANCE—which delivers high-speed connectivity, over-the-air software updates, and access to Gogo Vision inflight entertainment.
The C1 unit features a dual-technology aircard, ensuring automatic switchover from the legacy network to the new LTE system. Installation is streamlined thanks to a form-fit design, maintaining the same dimensions and mounting points as previous units—enabling minimal downtime for operators.
To accelerate adoption, Gogo offers a $35,000 installation incentive for customers who complete the upgrade before December 31, 2025. Additional promotional offers are also available for direct transitions to Gogo AVANCE, providing access to faster speeds and enhanced inflight performance.
