Raytheon Technologies has launched a new cabin connectivity system for business jet operators of all cabin sizes. The Collins Aerospace IRT NX Satellite Communication (SATCOM) system for Iridium Certus 700 will be first installed with launch customer Bombardier, starting in the second half of 2023.
The new SATCOM solution offers a cost-effective and swift installation, with a reduction in overall connectivity costs of up to 50%.
“Applications range from complementing existing KU/KA Band service in large cabins, to introducing cabin internet to small and medium size aircraft,” said Clotilde Enel Rehel, Executive Director of Programs Connected Aviation Solutions, Collins Aerospace. “This new cabin connectivity solution provides a cost-effective level of connectivity that makes it an attractive option for all business jet operators.”
The Collins solution is one of the first market service providers for the Iridium Certus 700 product, tapping into the global Iridium satellite network. With the new solution, customers aboard business jets will have real-time access to news, productivity and voice calls over IP.
“By working hand in hand with SATCOM provider Iridium, the only player today offering pole-to-pole coverage capabilities, we are broadening the reach of connectivity solutions for all our business aviation customers around the world,” said Nate Boelkins, Vice President and General Manager Business and Regional Avionics, Collins Aerospace.
“Collins Aerospace continues to be an industry leader in providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions to the business aviation market and the Iridium Certus Connected IRT NX SATCOM system turbocharges their offerings,” added Bryan Hartin, Executive Vice President, Iridium. “The lightweight, low-cost, truly global IRT NX is going to be incredibly beneficial to aviators no matter where they fly.”
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