PWS_Satcom Direct FDX and SBB Subscription Services_FAA Aircraft -DRAFT.pdf

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Attached to: MARKET SURVEY/CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR AIRCRAFT FLEET SATELLITE INTERNET & 5G SERVICES; SATCOM DIRECT SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES FOR FAA AIRCRAFT.
Solicitation number: 6973GH-26-R-00143
Issued by: Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Franchise Acquisition Services

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Written by GovTribe AI · May 21, 2026

This is a Performance Work Statement for Gogo Satcom Direct Government (SDG) Wi-Fi subscription services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Program Operations aircraft, dated March 27, 2026. The contractor shall provide three distinct Wi-Fi service solutions across the FAA fleet: FDX Gogo Galileo Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network via Eutelsat Oneweb for 6 Challenger 605 aircraft, Gogo Swift broadband (SBB) for 18 King Air 360ER aircraft, and Avance L5 services for aircraft N92. The King Air 360 fleet deliveries span from May 31, 2026 through May 30, 2028, while Challenger 605 installations range from May 2026 through August 2027.

The contractor must deliver comprehensive inflight connectivity services featuring advanced 802.11ac dual-band routers (5GHz and 2.4GHz), dynamic multi-bearer data and voice management, and 24/7/365 global monitoring and support. Required service capabilities include streaming video and audio, VPN support, web browsing, email with large attachments, voice service with text and talk functionality, moving maps and destination weather, real-time flight deck data integration, remote diagnostics, and reliable seamless performance across the U.S. and parts of Alaska and Canada. The contractor shall also provide complimentary ground internet in 100+ countries and maintain compatibility with select Cabin Management Systems. Deliverables consist of annual invoicing and billing documentation supporting payment claims, contingent upon FAA receipt of acceptable service and supporting documentation of services rendered. The contractor is prohibited from referencing the contract in commercial advertising without explicit written approval from the Contracting Officer.

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Performance Work Statement Gogo Satcom Direct Government (SDG) Wi-Fi Services for FAA Aircraft

March 27, 2026

1.0 SCOPE OF WORK

This requirement is for Gogo Satcom Direct Government (SDG) Wi-Fi subscription service for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Flight Program Operations (AJF) Aircraft.

2.0 CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall provide the following services that establish operational subscription services to support the FAA fleet.

a. FDX - Gogo Galileo Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network called Eutelsat Oneweb (6 Challenger 605s)

b. Gogo Swift broadband (SBB) (18 King Air 360ERs)

c. Avance L5 services (N92 only)

The tables below show the fleet configurations:

King Air 360 S/N Projected Delivery Network System N48 FL-1347 5/31/2026 Swift Broadband N49 FL-1362 8/19/2026 Swift Broadband N50 FL-1375 6/9/2027 Swift Broadband N51 FL-1378 8/2/2027 Swift Broadband N52 FL-1379 8/12/2027 Swift Broadband N53 FL-1381 9/28/2027 Swift Broadband N54 FL-1383 10/20/2027 Swift Broadband N55 FL-1388 12/13/2027 Swift Broadband N56 FL-1390 1/10/2028 Swift Broadband N57 FL-1392 1/25/2028 Swift Broadband N58 FL-1394 2/9/2028 Swift Broadband N59 FL-1395 2/29/2028 Swift Broadband N60 FL-1397 3/14/2028 Swift Broadband N61 FL-1398 3/29/2028 Swift Broadband N62 FL-1399 4/3/2028 Swift Broadband N63 FL-1401 4/17/2028 Swift Broadband N64 FL-1403 5/3/2028 Swift Broadband N65 FL-1405 5/30/2028 Swift Broadband

Challenger 605 S/N Projected Installation Network System

N91 5793 Feb 2027 Galileo N92 5780 Aug 2026 Galileo N94 5855 Nov 2026 Galileo N95 5827 May 2026 Galileo N89 5815 May 2027 Galileo N90 5817 Aug 2027 Galileo

3.0 PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES

• Advanced 802.11ac dual-band router

• (5GHz & 2.4GHz) maximizes bandwidth and optimizes in-cabin Wi-Fi performance

• Dynamic, multi-bearer data and voice management

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• Complimentary internet on the ground in 100+ countries

• Future ready to expand to faster networks, when available

• Integrates with select Cabin Management Systems (CMS)

• Reliable, ready now internet connectivity

• Inflight service for ATG and Advance systems with data and VOIP capability.

• Reliable, seamless performance across the U.S. and parts of Alaska and Canada

• Streaming video and audio

• VPN support

• Web browsing

• Email with large attachments

• Voice service

• Text & Talk, call/text inflight with your own phone and number

• Moving maps and destination weather

• Real-time access to data that supplement information in popular flight deck apps

• 24/7/365 monitoring and global support

• Remote diagnostics and service activations/changes

4.0 DELIVERABLES

a. Invoicing - The Contractor shall submit billing information as support for the payment of invoice as described in Section G of the contract document on annual basis. Acceptance and payment is contingent upon FAA receipt of acceptable service, accurate invoice, and the supporting documentation of services rendered (e.g., handler’s bill).

5.0 ADVERTISEMENTS, PUBLICIZING AWARDS, AND RELEASES

a. The Contractor must not refer to this contract in commercial advertising or similar promotions in such a manner as to state or imply that the product or service provided is endorsed or preferred by the Federal Government or is considered by the Government to be superior to other products or services.

b. All advertisements, releases, announcements, or other publication regarding this contract or the agency programs and projects covered under it, or the results or conclusions made pursuant to performance, must be approved by the Contracting Officer.

Under no circumstances shall the Contractor, or anyone acting on behalf of the Contractor, refer to the supplies, services, or equipment furnished pursuant to the provisions of this contract in any publicity, release, or commercial advertising without first obtaining explicit written consent to do so from the Contracting Officer.