Gilat Lands $43M Sidewinder ESA Order, Deliveries Over 18 Months
GILT•Gilat Satellite Networks secured $43 million in additional Sidewinder ESA terminal orders from a major in-flight connectivity provider, with deliveries over the next 18 months in line-fit and retrofit configurations. This award validates multi-orbit IFC architecture adoption and bolsters Gilat’s mobility revenue stream.
1. Order Details
Gilat Satellite Networks has received $43 million in new orders for its Sidewinder ESA terminals from a leading in-flight connectivity service provider. Deliveries are scheduled over 18 months in both line-fit and retrofit configurations to equip commercial aircraft with advanced connectivity solutions.
2. Strategic Growth Impact
The contract underscores growing demand for high-performance, scalable satellite antennas in the in-flight connectivity market and is expected to strengthen Gilat's mobility segment revenue. It reflects the shift towards multi-orbit network architectures that offer broader coverage and improved user experience for airline passengers.
3. Sidewinder ESA Features
Sidewinder ESA supports operation across multiple satellite constellations, delivering stable high-throughput connectivity while optimizing capacity usage. Its low-profile design meets airline requirements for reliability and scalability in next-generation IFC deployments.
