Modern connectivity is now part of the business aviation standard. Consequently, operators want reliable onboard WiFi, predictable downtime, and a clean path from decision to installation. However, the buying and execution process remains complex. Because operators must evaluate Starlink against established alternatives while coordinating across bases, they often face high costs and operational disruptions.
PlanePost serves as your vendor-neutral advisory partner. We help business jet operators evaluate, plan, and execute onboard connectivity upgrades with FAA-approved installation partners. Ultimately, we cut through the sales narratives to give you clarity, speed, and execution discipline.
The Challenge of Upgrading Cabin Wi-Fi
Making the wrong choice on an upgrade can ground your aircraft longer than necessary and inflate your budget. Specifically, fleet operators and management companies consistently run into the same hurdles:
- Biased sales pitches, rather than structured evaluations, drive decision-making.
- Furthermore, quotes from installation shops are difficult to compare because scope, testing criteria, and timelines vary wildly.
- Additionally, coordinating the upgrade requires immense scheduling effort, taking your team away from core flight operations.
- As a result, standardizing the cabin experience across multiple aircraft becomes a logistical nightmare.
The PlanePost Solution
Therefore, we insert a structured advisory and coordination layer between your operational demand and certified installation capacity. We build our execution discipline on a foundation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and comprehensive aeronautical planning. Consequently, this approach ensures your aircraft returns to service predictably and complies with all regulations.
1. Upgrade Decision Brief Every successful project starts with a clear baseline. First, we conduct a thorough needs assessment per aircraft. Next, you receive a vendor-neutral comparison of available systems, transparent cost and downtime forecasting, and a definitive recommendation tailored to your mission profile.
2. Quote Pack and Installer Shortlist Stop wasting time translating confusing proposals. Instead, we build a standardized request-for-quote checklist and introduce you to two or three highly vetted, approved installation shops. Then, we present their proposals in a unified comparison template, making your final decision straightforward.
3. Rollout Coordination Once you choose a path, we manage the execution. Whether for a single aircraft or an entire fleet, we handle the scheduling, scope control, and acceptance testing checklists. Moreover, we provide weekly operational updates, tracking risks and next actions until we successfully complete the project.
Who We Serve
PlanePost focuses on business aviation sectors where reliable connectivity directly impacts passenger expectations and charter competitiveness.
- Part 135 Charter Operators: Streamline repeat upgrade needs and navigate complex scheduling constraints.
- Aircraft Management Companies: Standardize and manage connectivity for multiple owner aircraft.
- Corporate Flight Departments: Deliver a predictable, high-quality office-in-the-sky experience for executives.
- Fleet Operators: Simplify service contracts and achieve fleet-wide standardization, starting with platforms like Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault Falcon, Embraer, Gulfstream, and more.
- Private Owners: Upgrade cabin connectivity with clear options, predictable downtime, and a managed path to installation
Regulatory and Safety Compliance Our model mitigates operational risk by strictly separating advisory and coordination from physical installation.
Please note that PlanePost does not physically install equipment, perform aircraft modifications, or sign FAA maintenance documentation. Additionally, we do not act as the STC holder or certificating authority. Instead, our network of approved Part 145 repair stations and authorized integrators exclusively executes all physical installations and airworthiness sign-offs. Finally, we maintain strict neutrality and fully disclose any referral compensation structures to our clients.
Ready to modernize your fleet’s connectivity without the operational friction?