Tue, Oct 20, 2009
Aircell High Speed Internet And SwiftBroadband Make The Plane
Like The Office
Hawker Beechcraft Services (HBS) announced Monday that it
is taking orders for Aircell High Speed Internet and SwiftBroadband
connectivity in Hawker 900XP, 850XP, 750 and Pro Line 21 equipped
800XP business jets that will provide passengers with e-mail and
Internet access on board the aircraft. The upgrade permits
passengers with Wi-Fi enabled devices, such as Personal Digital
Assistants (PDAs) and laptop computers, to send and receive
e-mails, surf the web, watch streaming video or access a corporate
Virtual Private Network (VPN) to download files, just like they
would in an office or Internet site on the ground.
“The availability of Internet access in flight further
enhances the on-board experience for Hawker passengers and allows
them to maintain communication and productivity while they are
airborne,” said Christi Tannahill, vice president, Hawker
Beechcraft Global Customer Service and Support. “We are
delighted to provide this highly desired technology to the
aftermarket.”
Compatible with Aircell’s Axxess cabin system, the total
weight of the hardware, including line replaceable units (LRUs) and
antennas, is slightly more than 12 pounds. Installation time is
minimal and provides existing Hawker owners with Aircell High Speed
Internet for North American access or Aircell SwiftBroadband for
international access, the same capability to be found in new Hawker
aircraft in 2010. Certification is expected before the end of the
year. Monthly data usage charges are applicable.
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