OneWeb, the global space-based communications company, and commercial aviation terminal partner Stellar Blu Solutions (Formerly GDC Advanced Technology. OneWeb and GDC Advanced Technology signed a Joint Development Agreement in November 2021 during the APEX Show) achieved a significant milestone on May 28, when high-speed, low-latency, inflight LEO satellite connectivity to a commercial airliner was successfully […]
IFC
OneWeb’s commissioned research shows better IFC could transform passenger well-being
OneWeb has released initial findings from the company’s first, OneWeb Connected Passenger Report, an extensive survey of passenger attitudes toward air travel and inflight connectivity (IFC) in the post-pandemic landscape. To undertake the research, OneWeb partnered with leading independent international research agency, TAG Research, to collect both qualitative and quantitative data. The qualitative sample was […]
ThinKom + Carlisle IT combine tech to offer a new phased-array satellite antenna for regional jet IFC
ThinKom Solutions and Carlisle Interconnect Technologies (CarlisleIT) plan to bring to market a new, fully integrated, phased-array Ka-band satellite antenna solution to meet the increasing demand for high-speed in-flight connectivity (IFC) on regional jet fleets. The ThinAir Ka1717 uses the proven VICTS (Variable Inclination Continuous Transverse Stub) technology that is currently in use on thousands […]
ThinKom’s Wideband Phased-Array Antenna Selected By Northrop Grumman For Their MQ-4C Triton FTB
ThinKom Solutions, Inc. has announced that Northrop Grumman has specified a ThinAir© Ka2517 phased-array satellite antenna to provide beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) connectivity for the company’s MQ-4C Triton flying test bed (FTB). Northrop Grumman uses a twin-engine Gulfstream IV as an FTB for the U.S. Navy’s MQ-4C Triton, autonomous, high-altitude, long-endurance, maritime surveillance system. The FTB is […]
Viasat’s IFC System Selected By Southwest Airlines For Factory-Installation On All New Aircraft
Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) has announced that Southwest Airlines Co. has selected the Company’s next generation, Ka-band satellite, in-flight connectivity (IFC) system to be factory-installed on all new aircraft deliveries, starting this fall. By selecting Viasat’s industry-leading solution for its new aircraft, Southwest Airlines will provide customers enhanced internet capabilities while onboard, including the ability […]
NSR Publishes Their 10th Edition Of Their Aeronautical SATCOM Markets Report
In its 10th year, NSR’s Aeronautical Satcom Markets (AERO10) report finds a $48 billion+ cumulative revenue opportunity through the decade for both service providers and equipment vendors. Driven by accelerated installation of terminals on narrow-body aircraft and the rapid return of domestic travel, the IFC market sits positioned for recovery ahead of a rebound in […]
New Antennas Being Developed By Ball Aerospace… FPAs For Commercial + Military Markets + Ku-Band Antennas For IFC
Ball Aerospace and Stellar Blu Solutions (Stellar Blu) are collaborating to bring a series of Ku-band satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals to the in-flight connectivity (IFC) market. These terminals will provide high speed, reliable broadband connectivity for regional, narrow and wide body aircraft and are optimized for LEO networks but are compatible with multi-orbit constellations, including […]
Gilat Satellite Network’s Tech Announces A Breakthrough In ESA Development For IFC
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT) has announced a breakthrough in electronically steerable antenna (ESA) technology for in-flight connectivity (IFC) with the conclusion of flight tests conducted by Airbus Defence and Space, marking the successful completion of the final phase of the five-year Clean Sky 2 IFC ESA project. Connectivity was demonstrated on […]
Multi-Million $$$ Order From Intelsat For Gilat Satellite Networks’ Taurus Modems
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT) has made public that Intelsat is expanding their in-flight connectivity (IFC) capabilities with a strategic, multi-million-dollar order for Gilat’s SkyEdge IV Taurus modems. SkyEdge IV Taurus is an ultra-high-performance modem for IFC designed to provide Wi-Fi internet and IPTV for passengers on commercial airlines, regional aircraft and […]
Gilat Satellite Networks’ SkyEdge IV Platform Selected By Intelsat For Their IS-40e Satellite
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT), has announced that Intelsat completed a strategic selection process and placed a significant initial order for Gilat’s new SkyEdge IV platform, which will be used for its latest high throughput satellite, Intelsat IS-40e, designed to augment inflight connectivity and mobile backhaul services over North America. SkyEdge IV […]