Gogo Unit Lands $7.5M Multi-Year NOAA Contract for Hurricane Hunter Communications
GOGO•SD Government, a Gogo unit, won a $7.5 million multi-year blanket purchase agreement with NOAA to supply L-Band satellite communications, ground infrastructure, and cybersecurity services for the agency’s WP-3D “Hurricane Hunter” aircraft. The contract includes deployment of FlightDeck Freedom datalink software and data center support for real-time storm data transmission.
1. Contract Award
SD Government, a Gogo company, secured a $7.5 million multi-year blanket purchase agreement with the Department of Commerce’s NOAA. The BPA will support the NOAA Aircraft Operations Center’s WP-3D ‘Hurricane Hunter’ fleet, including Lockheed Martin WP-3D aircraft “Kermit” and “Miss Piggy.”
2. Communications Solutions
The agreement covers L-Band satellite communications, ground infrastructure, and cybersecurity services delivered through Gogo’s Melbourne, Florida data center. It also includes deployment of Gogo’s FlightDeck Freedom cockpit datalink software suite to ensure reliable, streamlined flight communications during hurricane missions.
3. Strategic Significance
This contract strengthens Gogo’s government market presence ahead of the 2026 hurricane season and underscores its role in delivering real-time, actionable storm data. The deal leverages Gogo’s global connectivity solutions to enhance NOAA’s airborne research capabilities and decision-making support.
