ROLLE, Switzerland,
Jan. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --
Honeywell (NYSE: HON) received European Aviation Safety Agency
certification for its JetWaveTM high-speed satellite
communications hardware on the Airbus A319. The certification
allows JetWave to be installed and used on the A319 aircraft,
providing passengers, pilots and operators with access to
Inmarsat's Global Xpress Ka-band service, GX Aviation — the only
high-speed wireless network that covers the entire globe while
achieving speeds similar to those experienced at home or in the
office.
Honeywell's equipment gives users access to a stable "Wi-Fi in
the Sky" experience allowing them to easily surf the net, check
email, download large files, shop online, make video calls and
access movies on demand without a drop in service, even when flying
over oceans. Several leading global airlines have committed to
Honeywell's JetWave hardware and the Inmarsat network, in addition
to other business jet manufacturers.
EAD Aerospace, an Eclipse company, which works closely with
Honeywell, obtained the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
certification to install JetWave on the A319. As the exclusive
hardware that allows aircraft to connect to GX Aviation, JetWave
enables pilots to access online services and allows passengers to
browse the internet, check emails, and stream music and videos
throughout their flight. Operators and maintenance personnel can
also benefit from real-time updates to maximize flight efficiency
and safety.
"Our JetWave hardware is designed with ease of installation and
maintenance in mind to ensure reliable cabin connectivity as well
as a consistent Wi-Fi in the Sky experience for users," said
James MacDougall, director, Product
Marketing, Honeywell Aerospace. "With this certification from EASA,
we look forward to providing Airbus A319 operators, pilots and
passengers with access to the ultimate broadband solution for the
skies."
The EASA certification follows Honeywell's first Airbus A319
installation as part of a VIP project in October 2016, which featured state-of-the-art
technologies and custom-made interior fittings. Previously, JetWave
has also received certification from both EASA and the Federal
Aviation Administration for safety, environmental and installation
standards.
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