Aloft AeroArchitects is to equip a private client’s Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) with Eutelsat OneWeb’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity service.
The service will be facilitated by a new Electronically Steered Array (ESA) terminal being developed by Stellar Blu Technologies and delivered through Eutelsat OneWeb’s distribution partner and connectivity expert, Satcom Direct. Using its internal engineering, certification and ODA resources, Aloft is developing an STC for the B737-platform that is now available for purchase by VVIP B737 operators and MROs worldwide.
Eutelsat OneWeb’s LEO constellation of satellites is designed to deliver a reliable, high-speed, low-latency connectivity experience enabling VIP passengers to remain as productive, entertained and connected with family, friends, colleagues and social media as on the ground.
“As an innovator in cabin technology integration, Aloft is ensuring its discerning BBJ customers will experience high-speed internet in the air, no matter where they are flying – just as they do on the ground,” said Jason Sperry, head of business aviation at Eutelsat OneWeb. “The low latency that is inherent in our low Earth orbit network, means that principals and passengers will have access to applications for both passenger productivity and entertainment that to date have been out of reach while inflight.”
On signing the agreement, Colby Hall, director of integrated technology at Aloft said: “Our BBJ customers expect their aircraft to be as comfortable and capable as their homes and offices. This expectation now includes high-speed connectivity and being able to remain connected through their personal devices – all the time. Thanks to the connected ecosystem that Eutelsat OneWeb and their partners are deploying in the business aviation market, our VIP customers will be connected, entertained and productive like never before – able to work, stream, trade, as they choose.”
