Business Jet Completes First Starlink Installation on Certification Aircraft
Business Jet installs Starlink on the STC Certification Aircraft for the Embraer Legacy 600 at Dallas facility.
DALLAS, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Jet recently completed the first Starlink installation on the Embraer Legacy 600 certification aircraft. This milestone marked the first Legacy 600 equipped with Starlink capabilities, further expanding the list of approved aircraft and increasing Starlink accessibility for more owners and operators.
"Business Jet is honored to participate in the certification process using one of our aircraft. We are proud not only to deliver high-quality solutions to our clients, but also to actively contribute to industry advancements," said Chris Wright, Chief Executive Officer.
The installation process for the Legacy 600 required minimal structural modifications and followed a similar timeline compared to existing approved aircraft models. "With additional installations lined up on various models, we appreciate Starlink's commitment to streamlining this process and helping deliver satisfactory experiences to owners," said Wright.
Business Jet's team of highly skilled technicians have experience installing Starlink on various aircraft models and recommend scheduling an installation during an annual inspection or another major maintenance event. STCs are currently available for various Gulfstream and Bombardier models, with additional models such as the Challenger 300/350 expected to follow. Business Jet is poised to accommodate any jet that is ready to upgrade their inflight connectivity.
To learn more about Starlink or reserve an installation spot, please contact Starlink Program Manager, Lauren Stirewalt, at lauren.stirewalt@businessjet.com.
About Business Jet
Business Jet is a comprehensive private aviation solutions provider based at Dallas Love Field. For over 30 years, Business Jet has combined high-level aircraft maintenance and management with award-winning complementary support services, including: aircraft charter and management, award-winning FBO services, AOG support, and aircraft solutions and acquisitions. For more information, visit businessjet.com.
About Starlink Engineered by SpaceXStarlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world. As the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit, Starlink delivers broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. Starlink is engineered and operated by SpaceX. As the world's leading provider of launch services, SpaceX is leveraging its deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations to deploy the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Learn more at www.starlink.com. Follow Starlink on X.
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