Vista Global, the group simplifying private aviation, announces a
revolutionary technology partnership with Collins Aerospace Systems
that will provide private aviation customers with the fastest
broadband speeds available. This is a further demonstration of
Vista Global bringing the latest and most innovative technology to
market and driving radical technological change across the private
aviation industry.
The ground-breaking agreement will see LuxStream
connectivity services fitted across Vista Global’s fleet of 116
owned aircraft, including both the VistaJet and XO brands, offering
customers unrivaled digital connectivity. LuxStream will be
integrated first across the 36 Global business jets operating under
the VistaJet brand.
Thomas Flohr, Founder and Chairman of
Vista Global, commented:
“LuxStream marks Vista Global’s latest move to
disrupt and drive forward the aviation industry. The service will
completely revolutionize what it means to stay connected with the
outside world during a flight, providing our customers with a level
of broadband speed that matches the connectivity they expect on
land. LuxStream’s unrivalled speed puts the power of connection in
our Members’ hands, ensuring a seamless and smooth continuation of
their business and family life whilst in the air, staying one step
ahead of today’s world.”
The LuxStream system will offer future and
existing VistaJet and XO Members unparalleled digital connectivity
services whilst in-flight and allow them and their guests:
- 24/7 digital connectivity in-flight with the ability for
simultaneous streaming of ultra HD content and access to their
full-suite of connected devices;
- A unique service offering the highest in-flight bandwidth
available; up to 25 Mbps in the United States and 15 Mbps
globally.
Vista Global has had a long and trusted
relationship with Collins Aerospace, a unit of United Technology
Corporation, a leader in airborne connectivity solutions, and Vista
Global Members will benefit from the full experience that Collins
brings with their renowned service and support network. The
LuxStream network is operated by SES, the world’s leading satellite
operator with over 70 satellites in two different orbits,
Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), with a
proven-track record of investment in pioneering satellites and
related technology.
This is the latest milestone in a busy 12 months
for Vista Global, in which the Group has achieved a number of
industry defining milestones including the launch of XO, the global
private aviation marketplace, following the major acquisitions of
JetSmarter, an industry-disrupting technology platform, and XOJET,
the leading On Demand business aviation company in the US.
About Vista GlobalVista Global
Holding provides worldwide business flight services. A global group
headquartered at the DIFC in Dubai, Vista Global integrates a
unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light services to
cover all key aspects of business aviation: guaranteed and On
Demand global flight coverage; aircraft leasing and finance; and
cutting-edge aviation technology. The group’s mission is to lead
the change to provide customers with the most advanced flying
services and the very best value, anytime, anywhere around the
world. Vista Global’s knowledge and understanding of all facets of
the industry deliver the best end-to-end offering and technology to
any business aviation customer, through its VistaJet and XO branded
services.More Vista Global information and news at vistaglobal.com
About VistaJetVistaJet is the
first and only global aviation company. On its fleet of over 70
silver and red business jets, VistaJet has flown corporations,
governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of
the world. Founded in 2004 by Thomas Flohr, the company pioneered
an innovative business model where customers have access to an
entire fleet whilst paying only for the hours they fly, free of the
responsibilities and asset risks linked to aircraft ownership.
VistaJet’s signature Program membership offers customers a bespoke
subscription of flight hours on its fleet of mid and long-range
jets, to fly them anytime, anywhere. Customers can also request
Direct one-off flights through the industry’s first end-to-end
booking app or a 24/7 global team.VistaJet is part of Vista Global
Holding – the world leader in business flight solutions,
integrating a unique portfolio of companies offering asset light
solutions to cover all key aspects of business aviation.More
VistaJet information and news at vistajet.com
About XOXO is the first global
digital marketplace for private aviation. The centralized platform
combines the trusted operational and customer-centric expertise of
XOJET with the speed and convenience of technology originally
developed by JetSmarter.All private aviation customers can
instantly request a flight or book a seat on the XO app or online,
with access to thousands of private jets across all categories,
from light, midsize, super-midsize and long-range aircraft. XO
Members can also benefit from preferential pricing and guaranteed
access, and receive 24/7 assistance from XO’s Aviation
Advisors.More XO information and news at flyxo.com
About XOJETXOJET is a leading
US based FAA licensed Part 135 carrier operating more than 40
business jets and runs through its direct subsidiaries one of the
biggest exclusive corporate shuttle networks in the US with more
than 200,000 annual passengers. XOJET Aviation LLC is majority
controlled by US Investors with Vista Global holding a
non-controlling minority interest.
About Collins AerospaceCollins
Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX),
is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions
for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018 by
bringing together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins,
Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and
expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the
demands of a rapidly evolving global market. For more information,
visit CollinsAerospace.com
About United Technologies
CorporationUnited Technologies Corp., based in Farmington,
Connecticut, provides high-technology systems and services to the
building and aerospace industries. By combining a passion for
science with precision engineering, the company is creating smart,
sustainable solutions the world needs. For more information about
the company, visit our website at utc.com or follow us on Twitter:
@UTC.
About SESSES is the world’s
leading satellite operator with over 70 satellites in two different
orbits, Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO). It
provides a diverse range of customers with global video
distribution and data connectivity services through two business
units: SES Video and SES Networks. SES Video reaches over 355
million TV homes, through Direct-to-Home (DTH) platforms and cable,
terrestrial, and IPTV networks globally. SES Video delivers a full
suite of innovative end-to-end value-added services for both linear
and digital distribution, and includes the ASTRA satellite system,
which has the largest DTH television reach in Europe. SES Networks
provides global managed data services, connecting people in a
variety of sectors including telecommunications, maritime,
aeronautical, and energy, as well as governments and institutions
across the world. The SES Networks portfolio includes GovSat, a
50/50 public-private partnership between SES and the Luxembourg
government, and O3b, the only non-geostationary system delivering
fibre-like broadband services today. Further information is
available at: ses.com
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