Gogo promises to enable data-heavy inflight services such as video conferencing and cloud computing. [Courtesy: Pexels/RDNE Stock Project]
Key Takeaways:
Gogo Business Aviation has delayed the launch of its 5G network for the U.S. and Canada until mid-2024, attributing the latest setback to a design flaw in a third-party computer chip component.
The delay is projected to reduce Gogo's 2023 revenue by $7 million and defer $13 million in operating and capital expenses to 2024, though the project is expected to remain on budget.
Despite the postponement, Gogo expressed confidence in its 5G network's anticipated performance for business aviation and is simultaneously developing a separate Low Earth Orbit (LEO) global broadband network set for late 2024.
Inflight internet provider Gogo Business Aviation is delaying the launch of its 5G network for the U.S. and Canada—again.
Originally slated for a fourth-quarter 2022 rollout, the service was delayed to mid-2023 due to a computer chip testing holdup. Now, Gogo expects a design flaw in its chip to push the launch back further to mid-2024.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
