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Gogo Inc. reports developments tied to broadband connectivity services for business aviation and military/government aviation markets. Company updates commonly cover service revenue from connectivity subscriptions and usage, equipment revenue from air-to-ground and satellite systems, and the integration of Satcom Direct following the completed acquisition in December 2024.
Recurring news also includes product and network milestones for Gogo Galileo low-Earth-orbit satellite service, 5G air-to-ground connectivity, AVANCE and C-1 equipment, and the LTE upgrade of legacy ATG infrastructure. Announcements frequently address aircraft supplemental type certificates, fleet installations, government aviation certifications, customer deployments, debt reduction, and financial guidance.
Gogo Business Aviation announced a significant milestone, with its AVANCE L5 system now installed on 1,000 business jets, marking the fastest adoption of any high-speed inflight connectivity system in the industry. The AVANCE L3 system also nears 450 installations, totaling nearly 1,500 systems. Since its launch, the L5 has powered over 325,000 flights and delivered 150 million megabytes of data. Despite challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for Gogo's systems remains strong, supported by over 200 FAA STC approvals, enhancing its position in inflight connectivity.
Gogo (GOGO) reported Q2 2020 results with a consolidated revenue of $96.6 million, a 55% decline from Q2 2019, primarily due to COVID-19. The net loss increased to $86.0 million, and adjusted EBITDA was negative $15.9 million. Despite challenges, Gogo's cost control measures yielded a 27% decrease in expenses from Q1 2020. Gogo retains $156.3 million in cash but has initiated a reduction in workforce and is working to sell its CA division. Management is optimistic about recovery in business aviation as July trends improve.
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) will release its second quarter 2020 financial results on August 10, 2020, before market opening. A conference call for financial analysts is scheduled for the same day at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Gogo is recognized as a leading provider of broadband connectivity in aviation, offering innovative network solutions and customizable services. The company's mission is to enhance flight operations and passenger experiences. A web cast of the call will be accessible online for participants.
On July 30, 2020, Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) announced further personnel actions in response to COVID-19's impact on commercial aviation. The company will eliminate 143 full-time positions, representing 14% of its workforce, mainly in Commercial Aviation. This decision aligns with Gogo's ongoing 16-lever cost reduction strategy aimed at preserving financial flexibility while maintaining service quality. The workforce reduction will be effective on August 14, 2020, and additional measures include furloughs and salary reductions.
Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) has announced a significant enhancement to its connectivity services, lowering the altitude for in-flight internet access from 10,000 feet to 3,000 feet AGL, effective July 20, 2020. This change allows passengers to enjoy an additional 15-20 minutes of connectivity on many flights, particularly benefiting those on shorter routes. Approximately 1,300 AVANCE systems and 650 regional jets will be impacted. The upgrade requires no additional fees and will be implemented through software updates, improving customer experience and service for airline partners.