Satcom Direct received the initial FAA supplemental type certificate (STC) that allows installation of its SD Wi-Fi Hub on Cessna Citation CJ3s. Additional STCs are in progress for the Hub, the standalone router and Wi-Fi designed for small to midsize business jets and enhancement to the Satcom Direct Router (SDR) for larger aircraft. The SD Wi-Fi Hub serves as the gateway for all voice and data communications on the aircraft. At 1.6 pounds, the Hub is the smallest and lightest router in aviation, according to Satcom Direct.

“Meeting the connectivity needs for customers with airframes of all sizes was the driver for the development of the SD Wi-Fi hub. Receiving the first STC paves the way for the availability of the product to the marketplace,” said Ken Bantoft, chief technology officer for SD.

The company is working with its dealers and MROs to expand the availability of STCs for other airframes.