Elliott Aviation Completes First Starlink Installation on King Air 350 at PDK, Expands Connectivity Capabilities Across Multiple Locations
Moline, IL – October 1, 2024 – Elliott Aviation, a premier provider of comprehensive aviation solutions, proudly announces the successful completion of its first Starlink installation on a King Air 350 at the DeKalb–Peachtree Airport (PDK) facility. Starlink, offered by SpaceX, is an advanced satellite internet service. This innovative feature brings unprecedented in-flight internet connectivity to the skies, offering passengers high-speed, low-latency service for a seamless online experience.
“It is great working with a team that takes pride in every project they deliver,” said Bill Forbes, Vice President of Avionics Programs at Elliott Aviation. “With Starlink, our customers can enjoy uninterrupted internet access from home, to the office, and now in the skies. This installation is a game-changer for business and leisure travelers alike.”
Starlink’s in-flight internet delivers download speeds ranging from 40-220 Mbps, upload speeds of 8-25 Mbps, and latency as low as 20-60 milliseconds. Offering data plans starting at $2,000 per month, it enables continuous connectivity for critical functions such as Zoom meetings, FaceTime calls, and other high-bandwidth applications.
Elliott Aviation is now offering Starlink installations at its facilities in Des Moines, Moline, Minneapolis, and Atlanta, accommodating a range of aircraft including the King Air 350, Citation XL, XLS, XLS+, and Challenger 350, 300, and 604. This expanded capability reflects Elliott Aviation’s ongoing commitment to providing state-of-the-art avionics services.
“With our leading team and multiple installation centers, we're driven to deliver business travelers unmatched connectivity, boosting productivity and convenience wherever they go,” Forbes added.
About Elliott Aviation
Elliott Aviation is one of the longest-standing and most experienced names in the aviation industry, offering a comprehensive suite of services including aircraft maintenance, avionics installations, accessory repair and overhaul, as well as exterior and interior refurbishments. Through its aircraft sales division, Elliott Jets, the company has brokered, acquired, and sold aircraft worldwide for over eight decades. Elliott Aviation operates facilities in Moline, IL; Des Moines, IA; Minneapolis, MN; and Atlanta, GA.
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