Boeing partners with Gilat for in-flight connectivity antenna solution

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Boeing and Gilat Achieve Key In-Cabin Offerability Milestone for Sidewinder Line-fit Multi‑Orbit Solution

May 19, 2026 7:05 AM EDT

PETAH TIKVA, Israel, May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, announced today that the Boeing Company and Gilat have reached a milestone toward offering Gilats multi-orbit Sidewinder electronically steered antenna (ESA) as a future line-fit solution for in-flight connectivity service providers.

Through IFC integration partners, Boeing will offer a line-fit Sidewinder terminal installation to accelerate the adoption of advanced inflight broadband connectivity. The compact ESA architecture simplifies installation, reduces long-term maintenance, and eliminates... More