Airspan Networks announced that its 5G Air-to-Ground technology helped Gogo launch its new 5G network after successful in-air testing. This is a big step after the first 5G Air-to-Ground call in June 2025. The new service is now ready to support business, general, and military/government aviation in the U.S.
The commercial launch follows a series of flight tests that proved the system’s performance, reliability, and ability to work in real-world conditions. Gogo is now offering its advanced 5G service, powered by Airspan’s technology, to meet the unique challenges of air-to-ground communications, like fast-moving coverage and efficiency.
Airspan's In-Motion platform is the world’s first large-scale 5G air-to-ground broadband solution. It supports a wide range of uses like emergency response, UAV deliveries, aerial inspections, surveying, and various defense applications. The platform is built on a flexible 5G system that can grow as needed and offers a complete solution, including the 5G network, core system, equipment, and network management. This setup ensures smooth connections, efficient handovers, and high-speed internet for aircraft communication.
Executive Statement
According to Glenn Laxdal, CEO of Airspan Networks, the transition from a successful live 5G air-to-ground call to full commercial launch is a critical proof point. This milestone would not have been possible without strong collaboration across our ecosystem – including Airspan’s innovative technology team, Gogo for their leadership in inflight WiFi connectivity, and GCT Semiconductor for delivering the advanced chipset technology underpinning this platform. Together, they have made the 5G air-to-ground solution from concept to commercial reality.