News Release

Skyward Aviation to upgrade fleet with Apcela's next-generation air-to-ground connectivity platform

October 14, 2025:

Apcela, a global operator of high-performance, mission-specific networks, announced today that Skyward Aviation, a full-service private jet management and charter company based in Washington, Pennsylvania, is upgrading its fleet to the Apcela air-to-ground (ATG) broadband inflight connectivity platform.

Skyward is set to begin installing the Apcela ONE ATG system across its fleet of Learjet aircraft, with plans to deploy the system on 11 aircraft by early 2026. The upgrade will deliver next-generation broadband performance, enabling passengers and crew to enjoy high-speed streaming, real-time data and uninterrupted inflight communications.

The installations are expected to be performed on-site at Skyward's Washington, Pennsylvania maintenance facility, by Brunswick Aviation Services, utilising Apcela's hybrid installation programme. This programme combines the expertise of the Apcela ATG dealer network, of which Brunswickis a part, with the local on-site maintenance resources of the fleet operator, streamlining installations alongside other maintenance events, optimising both costs and downtime, while ensuring maximum quality and efficiency across the fleet.

"Connectivity has become an operational and customer experience imperative," said Gene Pecar, CEO of Skyward Aviation. "Our clients expect reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi that allows them to work, communicate or relax seamlessly while in flight. Apcela's ATG system delivers on that expectation, combining performance, reliability and value in a way that fits perfectly with our fleet strategy."

The Apcela ONE ATG platform combines low-latency, high-throughput performance with flexible installation options, making it ideal for light and midsize aircraft like the Learjet. The system combines Apcela's advanced networking and ATG technologies to deliver connectivity that replicates the terrestrial broadband experience at altitude.

Mark Casey, CEO of Apcela, added, "Skyward Aviation has built a reputation for excellence in operations, safety and service. By adopting the Apcela ONE ATG platform across its fleet, Skyward is setting a new benchmark for business aviation connectivity, where broadband performance and operational efficiency meet."

As one of the nation's leading charter operators and fleet management providers, Skyward Aviation's adoption of Apcela's ATG platform reinforces the industry's rapid transition toward high-performance broadband inflight connectivity, delivering a faster, more connected experience for passengers, pilots and operations teams alike.