Globalstar's Part 23 Aviation Antenna Receives FAA Certification

The Federal Aviation Administration gave a supplemental type certificate for Globalstar's Part 23 light aviation aircraft antenna, saying it meets all FAA quality and safety requirements, Globalstar said in a news release Thursday. The initial issuance was for a Beechcraft Baron, with 700 more aircraft models expected to be added to the approved model list, Globalstar said. The antenna allows voice calls, emailing and Internet access from the cockpit without needing cellular access, it said, saying the antenna will be sold as part of its GSP-1700 mobile satellite phone package and Sat-Fi voice and data package.