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In a world where we’ve never been so connected, Business aviation is no exception. Today’s business jets are more connected than ever before and passengers expect to be connected, productive, and entertained – anywhere they fly. With an ever-evolving technology breakthrough and sophisticated commercial offerings, it pays to understand what’s really going on when you connect from 40,000 feet.
WHY INVESTING IN CABIN CONNECTIVITY ?
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HOW DOES IT WORKS ?
NETWORK
SATELLITE
A communications satellite works like a relay station: signals transmitted by the aircraft are picked up by the satellite’s receiver antennas, the signals are filtered, their frequency changed and amplified, and then routed via the transmit antennas back down to Earth.
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies: Geosynchronous orbits satellite (GEO) that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path, Low Orbit (LEO) that
TERRESTRIAL
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
AIRCRAFT HARDWARE
ANTENNA
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
AVIONICS TRANSCEIVERS
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
CABIN EQUIPMENTS
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
SERVICE PROVIDERS
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
ACTIVATION
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
SUPPORT
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
VLUE ADDED SERVICES
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
BILLING
A Satellite-based network can be based on two different satellite technologies:Geosynchronous orbits satellite that stays above the same patch of ground, usually a global but aircraft can still transfer between several satellites as they move along their flight path
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THE SERVICE SELECTION CHECKLIST ?
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How Much Data Speed I Need ?
Voice Over IP Apps
50
Kbps
64
Kbps
Internet Browsing
300
Kbps
Video Conferencing
400
Kbps
Video Streaming
1
Mbps
HD Video Streaming
2
Mbps
File Download
8
Mbps
4K Video Streaming
10
Mbps
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Where Do I Fly ?
Fully Global
Global
Regional
Terrestrial
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What Equipments can fit on my aircraft ?
Helicopters
Turboprops
Light Jet
Medium
Helicopter
Turboprop
Light
Medium
Large
Bizliner
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What Else is important for me?
COST
64 Kbps
RESIDUAL VALUE
300 Kbps
Global
Guranteed Performance
CyberSecurity
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NETWORKS GUIDE
L-Band Satellites
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
Business Aircraft Services
Service Offering: SwiftBroadband
200
Kbps
Coverage
Satellites
The Inmarsat Broadband services are delivered through the Inmarsat-4 (I-4) series. The first three of these satellites were launched into geostationary orbit from 2005-8. Each satellite can generate up to 19 wide beams and more than 200 narrow spot beams.
In July 2013 Alphasat was launched to supplement the I-4 fleet, providing coverage over Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and bringing new capabilities including 50 percent more accessible L-band spectrum and nearly 20 percent more mobile communication channels. The Inmarsat-4 fleet is expected to support our L-band services well into the 2020s.
Coverage
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
Satellites
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
Coverage
Business Aircraft Services
Inmarsat owns and operates 13 satellites in geostationary orbit. Together they deliver global maritime and aviation safety, L-band broadband, high-speed Ka-band, and European inflight Wi-Fi S-band services.
Satellites
The Inmarsat Broadband services are delivered through the Inmarsat-4 (I-4) series. The first three of these satellites were launched into geostationary orbit from 2005-8. Each satellite can generate up to 19 wide beams and more than 200 narrow spot beams.
In July 2013 Alphasat was launched to supplement the I-4 fleet, providing coverage over Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and bringing new capabilities including 50 percent more accessible L-band spectrum and nearly 20 percent more mobile communication channels. The Inmarsat-4 fleet is expected to support our L-band services well into the 2020s.
Coverage
Service Offering: SwiftBroadband
200
Kbps
Provides global voice and high-speed data, simultaneously, through a single installation on the aircraft. SwiftBroadband is an IP-based packet-switched service offering ‘always-on’ data at up to 432kbps per channel. It can also provide IP streaming at various rates up to a full channel. The service support all key cockpit and cabin applications, including telephony, text messaging, email, internet, and intranet access, as well as Cockpit applications including flight plan, weather, and chart updates.
KA-Band Satellites
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
KU-Band Satellites
VIASAT
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
INTELSAT
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
Terrestrial Air-To-Ground
GOGO
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
SMARTSKY
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT GUIDE
ATG
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
SATELLITE L-BAND
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
SATELLITE KU/KA BAND
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
Cabin Equipment
SERVICE PROVIDERS GUIDE
GOGO
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
SATCOM DIRECT
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
HONEYWELL
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
COLLINS AEROSPACE
A Terrestrial network often referenced as Air-to-Ground (ATG) isn’t much different than your cellular connection. An aircraft communicates with a ground station, within a target range and line-of-sight bearing. With ATG, the ground station antennas serve aircraft that pass through their airspace, similar to the way your cell phone connects while you’re in a moving car.
TERMINOLOGY GUIDE
FREQUENCY
L-Band , KU-Band, KA-Band
GEO, LEO, MEO
ATG
