Collins Aerospace is preparing the first shipments of its Airshow HD entertainment system integrated into Venue smart monitors, providing an all-in-one, standalone IFE solution for business aviation.
For the first time, business jet customers flying everything from light jets to super-midsize and heavy aircraft will have access to Collins’ Airshow HD interactive moving maps, streaming entertainment and 4K resolutions in a single hardware solution, without needing to upgrade to a full Venue cabin management system.
“Airshow HD unlocks the full potential of the Venue smart monitor, allowing business jet owners increased options to upgrade and customise their cabin entertainment systems at the pace they prefer,” said Nathan Voight, VP and general manager of business and regional avionics at Collins Aerospace. “The standalone Airshow HD and smart monitor system provides the flexibility, customisation and usability aircraft owners and operators have been searching for in cabin entertainment solutions.”
The system includes the Airshow HD mobile application, with all the familiar controls, iconography and functionality from cabin monitors accessible with the touch of a finger on a smartphone or tablet. With iOS and Android downloads available imminently, app users will be able to interact with Airshow HD from their personal device or cast content to a nearby cabin monitor.
The standalone IFE system is designed to be easy to install, maintain and upgrade as new technology becomes available. The system merges with aircraft connectivity systems, allowing passengers to switch between entertainment, information and personal content.
Available for a variety of aircraft sizes and configurations, the system contains options for touchscreen smart monitors and can integrate with third-party applications such as streaming services, satellite TV or personal carry-on content.
Demonstrations of the standalone Airshow HD and smart monitor IFE solution are available at Collins Aerospace’s booth at the Aircraft Electronics Association Convention & Trade Show, held in Phoenix, Arizona, on 18-21 March.
