Provider of in-flight connectivity for commercial and business aircraft, Gogo, has received supplemental type certificate (STC) to install its Ku-satellite technology on Boeing 747-400 jets, passing a key milestone in launching its international connectivity service.

The company will now test the new service and plans to deliver the service for customer use by the first quarter of 2014.

Gogo’s Ku-satellite technology will provide travellers and crew member with access to the Internet, in addition offering passengers Gogo Vision and Gogo’s wireless in-flight entertainment service.

"The 747-400 aircraft are part of Boeing 747 family of jetliners, and feature a four-engine wide-body layout that is similar to its predecessor."

Gogo president and CEO Michael Small said: "We are proud to offer a consistent global connectivity experience anywhere our customers fly, whether it’s on regional aircraft, domestic mainline aircraft or these Ku-equipped 747s that travel around the world," Small said.

The 747-400 aircraft are part of Boeing 747 family of jetliners, and feature a four-engine wide-body layout that is similar to its predecessor.

The aircraft model can accommodate maximum of 660 passengers with the 747-400D variant, and can fly for up to 7,670nm.

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Following the latest approval, Gogo intends to continue the deployment of equipment on Boeing 747-400 aircraft throughout 2014, in addition to other international jets.

Gogo’s in-flight connectivity and wireless in-flight digital entertainment solutions are currently in use on over 2,000 commercial aircraft.

In addition to commercial airlines, Gogo has more than 6,500 business aircraft outfitted with its communications services.

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