The US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) are testing the waters to bring Starlink connectivity to the AC-130J Ghostrider gunship.
The commands recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking solutions to adapt this high-speed, beyond-line-of-sight capability for the rigors of special operations flight.
The system must be rugged enough to survive the full flight envelope and harsh global conditions, while offering roll-on/roll-off flexibility.
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