HAMBURG, Germany – As the 2026 Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) kicks off, Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) has solidified its position as the leader in “office-in-the-sky” technology. In a major move for the ultra-long-range segment, Airbus has finalized its strategic partnership with Gogo Business Aviation (now Gogo | Satcom Direct) to integrate the Gogo Galileo global LEO satellite service across the entire ACJ family.
The partnership, which began with a Memorandum of Understanding in 2025, has now reached full certification status, with the first ACJTwoTwenty equipped with Gogo Galileo entering service this month.
The Power of LEO: Global, Low-Latency Broadband
The core of this partnership is Gogo Galileo, a cutting-edge solution powered by the Eutelsat OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation. Unlike traditional Geostationary (GEO) satellites that orbit 22,000 miles away, LEO satellites are just 750 miles up, resulting in a dramatic performance leap.
- Unmatched Speed: The Gogo Galileo FDX (Full Duplex) antenna offers download speeds up to 195 Mbps, allowing for seamless 4K streaming, multi-party video conferencing, and heavy data transfers.
- Zero-Lag Performance: Latency is reduced to under 50ms, mimicking the speed and responsiveness of a high-end ground-based fiber connection.
- Gate-to-Gate Connectivity: Passengers no longer lose internet during taxi, takeoff, or landing; the system provides uninterrupted service from the moment you board until you deplane.
ACJ Connect Link: A Seamless Integration
Airbus is marketing this capability under its ACJ Connect Link brand. The integration is designed to be “future-proof,” allowing existing ACJ operators to upgrade their airframes with minimal downtime.
| Feature | ACJ Connect Link (Gogo Galileo) |
| Antenna Type | Electronically Steerable Antenna (ESA) |
| Network | Eutelsat OneWeb (LEO) |
| Maximum Speed | 195 Mbps (Download) / 32 Mbps (Upload) |
| Availability | Global (including polar regions) |
| Cybersecurity | Integrated Gogo |
Why It Matters for VVIP Operators
For the world’s most elite travelers—heads of state, CEOs, and government officials—the cabin is more than a lounge; it is a mobile command center.
- True Global Coverage: Because the LEO constellation covers the entire globe, including the North and South Poles, ACJ operators flying “great circle” routes between Asia and North America will no longer experience “dark zones.”
- Compact Hardware: The electronically steered antennas are low-profile and have no moving parts, reducing aerodynamic drag and increasing fuel efficiency compared to traditional “hump” antennas.
- Enhanced Reliability: By combining Gogo’s hardware with Satcom Direct’s software ecosystem, the system features multi-orbit redundancy, automatically switching to GEO satellites as a backup if necessary.
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Future Outlook
With the ACJTwoTwenty and ACJ319neo leading the way, Airbus and Gogo are setting a new standard for the industry. As of Q2 2026, the partnership is also exploring the integration of Gogo 5G for North American domestic flights, providing ACJ operators with a multi-layered connectivity “shield” that ensures they are never offline.
“Our mission is to provide the ‘Best Office in the Sky,’” said Chadi Saade, President of ACJ. “With Gogo Galileo, our customers can finally stop asking if the Wi-Fi works and start asking what they want to achieve next.”
