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Cobham (Booth O105) announced that Chicago Jet Group (CJG) has added the Cobham NextGen Aviator 300D SwiftBroadband satcom&nbsp;as well as Avionica’s avWiFi secure wireless access point and router to CJG's STC for the Dassault Falcon 900. This enables operators to fly preferred routes using FANS CPDLC (controller-pilot datalink communications), while&nbsp;passengers can access high-speed data services through a single channel of SwiftBroadband satcom.

 


There are many benefits of direct satellite datalink communication between pilots and air traffic control. In addition to allowing operators to fly more direct routes, the CJG STC makes available navigational and performance data to reduce pilot workload and increase operational safety. Separate safety- and non-safety-related voice and data services mean that passengers have access to cabin connectivity for voice calls and Internet access without impacting the flight deck connectivity.

 


“As the only SB-S [SwiftBroadband-safety]-approved system currently flying, our Aviator satcom products are already allowing airlines to operate FANS routes over SwiftBroadband, so it’s exciting to bring this technology to the business jet market,” said Scott Beutel, Cobham regional director, aeronautical products. “Like the airlines, business jet owners are embracing the concept of a fully connected flight deck as it will provide them with a new level of improved operations.

 


“There is a compelling advantage to upgrading communications equipment on board your aircraft, so we are pleased to work with our partners CJG and Avionica to enable an easy and cost-effective solution that ensures our Next Gen Aviator 300D and 350D systems are available to more customers,” Beutel continued.

 


According to Cobham, its Aviator 300D and 350D offer more connectivity flexibility than other technologies, and greater bandwidth is available when paired with high-gain antennas such as Honeywell's AMT-50 and AMT-700 as well as Cobham's HGA-600 series and HGA-7001. Meanwhile, Avionica claims its avWiFi is one of the smallest and lightest products available to provide Wi-Fi while supporting separate safety- and non-safety-related voice and data connectivity.

 


EBACE attendees who stop by Cobham’s booth can receive a 15 percent discount on Aviator 300D and 350D system orders.

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