ORLANDO, Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Collins,
in collaboration with FlightAware, will offer AireonSM
space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance—Broadcast (ADS-B)
flight tracking to its business aviation customers. FlightAware's
terrestrial ADS-B coverage will be integrated with Aireon's
space-based ADS-B coverage in Rockwell Collins'
ARINCDirectSM solution.
The Aireon network is hosted on the Iridium® NEXT
constellation of satellites, which will consist of 66
low-earth-orbit satellites that each carry an Aireon ADS-B
receiver. The constellation will provide truly global coverage with
once-per-minute position updates as the standard rate of reporting
- anywhere in the world. Since ADS-B out will be required in many
countries throughout the world by 2020, aircraft operators
typically do not need to install additional equipment to take
advantage of Aireon coverage.
"Aireon space-based ADS-B is truly a game changer for the
aviation industry and we are thrilled that Rockwell Collins
recognizes its potential to improve operations," said Daniel Baker, FlightAware Founder and CEO.
"Rockwell Collins customers will soon benefit from the certainty
of their aircraft's position, even over oceans, polar regions,
deserts, or jungles - all places where frequent position accuracy
has historically been difficult to achieve," said Bob Richard, senior director, ARINCDirect for
Rockwell Collins.
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL)
is a leader in aviation and high-integrity solutions for commercial
and military customers around the world. Every day we help pilots
safely and reliably navigate to the far corners of the earth; keep
warfighters aware and informed in battle; deliver millions of
messages for airlines and airports; and help passengers stay
connected and comfortable throughout their journey. As experts in
flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, cabin interiors,
information management, mission communications, and simulation and
training, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and
services that can transform our customers' futures. To find out
more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
About FlightAware
FlightAware (FlightAware.com) is
the world's largest flight tracking information company and
provides over 10,000 aircraft operators and service companies as
well as over 12 million passengers with global flight tracking
solutions. FlightAware leverages data from air traffic control
systems in over 45 countries, from FlightAware's network of nearly
20,000 ADS-B ground stations in nearly 200 countries, from Aireon
space-based ADS-B and from global datalink providers. FlightAware
is privately held with offices in Houston, New
York and Singapore.
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