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December 24, 2017

Textron Aviation Brings Faster Connectivity To Citation X

FAA Grants STC For Installation Of Gogo Avance L5 System

The FAA has awarded an STC to Textron Aviation for the installation of the Gogo Avance L5 connectivity system upgrade for its Cessna Citation X business jet. When equipped with the Avance L5, the Citation X will deliver faster inflight connectivity speeds and enhanced network capacity for a more robust user experience. In addition to the Citation X, the company plans to introduce the Avance L5 system to additional products across the Citation, Beechcraft King Air and Hawker platforms in the coming months.

Entry Into Service Anticipated On January 1

Offshore service provider Babcock International has taken delivery of two H175s at a ceremony in Darwin, Australia. Babcock’s aircraft are the first H175s to be introduced into the southern hemisphere and will be based in Dili, Timor Leste. The new aircraft will be used to transport personnel and provide search and rescue and medevac support in the Timor Sea, approximately 270 nautical miles northwest of Darwin.