Clay Lacy Aviation has completed its first five installations of the Starlink satellite-based internet solution. Clay Lacy’s Waterbury-Oxford Airport and Van Nuys Airport FAA Part 145 Repair Stations completed the work on three Gulfstream G550s, a Gulfstream G650ER, and a Bombardier Global 6000.
The work comes just months after Clay Lacy became one of the first authorised dealers and installers for the Starlink solution, which enables inflight 4K video calls, streaming, online gaming, and virtual private networks. The first installations have averaged three weeks and have been paired with additional inspections and upgrades to optimise aircraft downtime.
“There has been high demand for this transformative, connectivity technology,” said Edward Diaz, avionics operations and sales manager for Clay Lacy Aviation. “Our team is moving quickly to provide low-downtime, expertly completed installations so that owners and operators can get the most out of their aircraft. Starlink will enhance operations for crew members, as well as provide a better flight experience for travellers.”
Clay Lacy Aviation also performs STC installs on the Gulfstream G450 and GV, and the Bombardier Global 6500/7500, Express and XRS. Additional models are expected throughout the year including the Challenger 300/350; Global 5000; Gulfstream GIV; Embraer Legacy 600/650, Praetor and Phenom 300; among many others.
With more than 4,700 satellites in orbit, the Starlink constellation covers land, oceans and polar regions providing global coverage.
