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Viasat won a $14 million contract to deliver in-flight satellite communications for the U.S. Navy's C-37 executive transport aircraft, used by senior leadership. The two-year contract, announced on March 10, is issued by the U.S.

Space Force's Space Systems Command. It provides connectivity for secure communications and data access, enhancing productivity for Navy officials during flights. The contract was awarded as a sole-source acquisition, indicating Viasat's unique capability to meet specific technical requirements. Viasat has previously supplied satellite communications for U.S. government executive transport since 2015, utilizing its ArcLight modem for high-capacity broadband connectivity.