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CONNECTIVITY Brian Wilson is the Director, Key Accounts at Gogo Business Aviation, an industry-leading provider of inflight connectivity and entertainment solutions. Prior to Gogo, he sat on numerous Dealer Advisory Boards along with being a member of the AEA Board of Directors.
Cabin Connectivity: Getting it Right First Time! Why is it important to consider your cabin connectivity before you even buy your next jet? Brian Wilson discusses the value of asking the right questions to get the right solution installed first time…
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hroughout my career, I’ve been personally involved in many aircraft transitions. Most involved charter customers purchasing and owning their first aircraft, or operators upgrading from a Small or Mid-size Jet to a Super Mid-size or Large Cabin Jet. Typically, during the pre-buy inspection the owner arrives with their spouse and a designer. Much attention is paid to the aesthetics of the aircraft: A new paint livery; a change of carpet; reupholstering the seats; a new expresso machine… 4 Vol 24 Issue 6 2020 AVBUYER MAGAZINE
It’s during the maiden flight that the new owner quickly realizes they didn’t devote the time they should to ensure they’d be properly ‘connected’. Previously, that was something the charter company took care of. Or in the smaller jet they only flew domestic trips, but now the flight profile has changed, so have the connectivity needs. If you’re looking to become a first-time business aircraft owner, or plan to upsize soon, what are the things you can do to ensure you address your connectivity needs in full, before flying the aircraft away to its new home? www.AVBUYER.com
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