Gulfstream gains FAA approval for G650 Starlink
Gulfstream has received FAA certification to equip its G650 and G650ER aircraft with Starlink high-speed internet.
The certification means G650 and G650ER owners can now turn to Gulfstream to add Starlink’s advanced internet capabilities, which provide fast and reliable connections for a range of in-flight activities.
“Starlink is an offering that we know is important to operators,” said Derek Zimmerman, president, Gulfstream Customer Support.
“Our team has invested extensive time and resources preparing for this certification, and we are well-positioned across our service network to provide a seamless installation.
“Having the capability to install this connectivity upgrade at our own facilities, in the hands of our trusted team of experts, is part of our ongoing commitment to our customers.”
Starlink’s in-flight connectivity delivers download speeds of 40–220 Mbps with latency under 99 milliseconds, enabling passengers to access video calls, cloud applications, and data transfers seamlessly.
Gulfstream is also working to secure similar FAA certifications for other models, including the G800, G700, G600, G500, G400, G280, GIV, GIV-X, GV, and GV-SP, to extend Starlink internet capability across its fleet.
Starlink is revolutionising in-flight connectivity by offering high-speed, low-latency internet to the aviation industry. Its network of low Earth orbit satellites enables passengers to seamlessly conduct video calls, stream, and access cloud-based services during flights.
This capability is particularly valuable for airlines operating long-haul routes or serving regions with limited ground-based connectivity, such as remote areas and transoceanic flights.