SmartSky, a provider of inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business aviation, has announced Jet Access as a new sales and installation partner. The company recently signed an agreement to complete the first-of-type installation of a SmartSky LITE system on an Embraer Phenom 300 light jet, which is expected to be completed this summer. The STC will make SmartSky available to more than 400 in-service aircraft.
Jet Access, based in Indiana, provides full-service FBO, MRO, charter, aircraft management, fractional ownership and fight training services. Jet Access offers Part 145 operations throughout Central Indiana and Central Tennessee.
“We are proud to be able to expand our offerings to elevate the flying experience for everyone on the aircraft through this partnership with SmartSky,” said Scott Dillon, president of maintenance for Jet Access. “Its high-performance inflight connectivity is receiving rave reviews from users in the cabin and cockpit because of its unprecedented ability to move data to and from the aircraft with equal ease, enabling use of applications from business and leisure to situational awareness and operational data. We are receiving numerous requests from operators and flyers who are asking for SmartSky because of its performance that users describe as ‘game changing’.”
Jet Access is a multi-year recipient of the FAA Diamond Award of Excellence and is an authorised service centre for Embraer and Pilatus aircraft. The company’s MRO operation is located near downtown Indianapolis at Eagle Creek Airpark (EYE).
“Jet Access’ commitment to delivering the best possible customer experience makes them a natural fit to offer SmartSky,” said Aria Bahawdory, director of MRO account management for SmartSky. “It is exciting to be part of their efforts to deliver the best to the industry,” “Whether the Flagship system for mid- to large-cabin aircraft or the award-winning SmartSky LITE for smaller business aircraft, SmartSky is delivering next-generation technology now.”
SmartSky continues to expand its diverse roster of certified aircraft, covering mid- to large-cabin business jets as well as light jets and turboprops.
