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L2 Aviation announced today that it has received a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the installation of the Thales AVIATOR 200S Satellite Communication (SATCOM) system on all Boeing 777 aircraft. The approval marks a significant step forward in enabling global next-generation connectivity for wide-body aircraft operators.

The AVIATOR S Series platform is designed to meet the rapidly growing connectivity demands of the world’s airlines. Using a compact, high-performance HELGA II satellite antenna and advanced satellite LRU data unit, the system enables secure and reliable global communication with faster data rates and lower costs while maintaining strict separation between cockpit and cabin networks.

With this solution, airlines can support critical safety services and operational communications, including Air Traffic Control (ATC), IP data, voice services, and Aircraft Operational Control (AOC), while simultaneously delivering enhanced passenger connectivity such as onboard internet access. The system weighs just 6.1kg, making it the lightest and most efficient Satcom on the market.

"Our team worked closely with Thales and the FAA to certify and integrate the AVIATOR 200S system on the Boeing 777 platform, ensuring the aircraft can fully support the next generation of connected aviation services," said Tony Bailey, Chief Operating Officer at L2 Aviation.

The FAA issued Supplemental Type Certificate ST12322AC on March 2, 2026, approving the installation of the Thales Aviator 200S satellite communication system in accordance with the approved design documentation and flight manual supplements.

For additional details please contact Jacob Vance at +1 (505) 814-4439 or email L2News@l2aviation.com

Photo: The newly installed small, but powerful HELGA II antenna on the B777

We’re excited to welcome Aptoz as a new Seller member on ModStore.
With 75+ years of combined experience and a growing portfolio of nearly 50 active STCs, Aptoz delivers turn-key STC and minor modification solutions for CS-25 and CS-23 aircraft.

From avionics, SATCOM and datalink to interiors, repairs, and large-scale programs — Aptoz brings lean, innovative engineering with global approvals including EASA and FAA.

We’re proud to have Aptoz on ModStore and look forward to growing together!

Photo: G7 galley installation in 737MAX, STC by Aptoz

Eirtech Aviation Services (EAS) is a world-leading specialist Aviation Services Company providing tailor made engineering services, advanced composite repair services, and asset management solutions that ensure regulatory compliance to International airlines, private operators and aviation leasing companies across the globe.

Highlighting some of their STCs:

EASA-approved STC extends the installation of fuselage protection along the underside of the Lower Fuselage, providing enhanced durability and protection for aircraft operating on unpaved runways, to now cover all ATR variants.
ATR EASA STC #10087853 has been received to replace the existing halon portable fire extinguishers with halon-free on ATR 72 / 42 aircraft.
EASA Approval of EASA STC #10088118 to provide for installation of Mirus
EASA STC #10088080 - Approval for the installation of the Eirtech Portable EFB Mount in ERJ 190 aircraft type covering all variants, conforming fully to recent requirements for lithium battery operated devices in the flight deck.

On 14 and 15 April, we will be available to discuss how we support aircraft interior modifications from concept to certification.
This includes:

DOA support and CVE services for modifications, repairs and STCs
Cabin upgrades, including LOPA changes and equipment installations
Certification and integration of innovative equipment and new technologies
Sustainable interior solutions, such as lightweight materials and circular design

Will you be attending AIX as well? If you would like to meet in Hamburg, feel free to reach out via LinkedIn.

Fokker Services Group has been awarded "STC Provider of the Year" at MRO XPO 2026, presented during MRO XPO India, which took place in Delhi on March 11–12. The award recognizes outstanding contribution and performance in the development and delivery of Airbus and Boeing Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) solutions for airlines in the South Asia region.

The award is particularly meaningful as the winners are selected through voting by airlines operating in the region. It reflects the trust Airbus and Boeing operators place in Fokker Services Group’s engineering expertise and the successful completion of STC projects supporting fleet performance, compliance and operational efficiency.

As an independent engineering and certification specialist, Fokker Services Group provides airlines with a flexible and competitive alternative to OEM solutions. The company continues to expand its STC portfolio with technologies addressing emerging aviation challenges, including solutions designed to mitigate GNSS jamming and spoofing, an increasingly critical issue affecting aircraft navigation and operational safety. Read more...

Photo: Vincent Jansen, Sales Manager at Fokker Services Group receiving the Award