Starlink High-Speed Internet Solution Now Available for Installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers for Beechcraft King Air B200/300 and Cessna Citation 560XL Series Aircraft
Textron Aviation has announced a new high-speed internet connectivity solution for Beechcraft King Air B200/300 and Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft. This follows the FAA's issuance of AeroMech's Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Starlink high-speed internet connectivity. The system utilizes Starlink's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, providing more reliable connectivity over land, water, and remote areas.
Brian Rohloff, senior vice president of Customer Support, emphasized the importance of in-flight connectivity for customers using their aircraft as mobile offices. The upgrade can be scheduled for installation at North American Textron Aviation Service Centers and select International Service Centers. AeroMech's STC uses Starlink's 'standalone system,' consisting of an antenna, power supply, and router, requiring only power input from the aircraft.
Textron Aviation ha annunciato una nuova soluzione di connettività internet ad alta velocità per gli aerei della serie Beechcraft King Air B200/300 e Cessna Citation 560XL. Questo annuncio segue l'emissione da parte della FAA del Certificato Supplementare di Tipo (STC) di AeroMech per la connettività internet ad alta velocità Starlink. Il sistema utilizza la costellazione di satelliti in orbita terrestre bassa (LEO) di Starlink, fornendo una connettività più affidabile su terra, acqua e in aree remote.
Brian Rohloff, vicepresidente senior del Supporto Clienti, ha sottolineato l'importanza della connettività in volo per i clienti che utilizzano i loro aerei come uffici mobili. L'aggiornamento può essere programmato per l'installazione presso i Centri di Servizio Textron Aviation in Nord America e selezionati Centri di Servizio Internazionali. Lo STC di AeroMech utilizza il 'sistema autonomo' di Starlink, composto da un'antenna, un'alimentazione e un router, richiedendo solo un'alimentazione elettrica dall'aereo.
Textron Aviation ha anunciado una nueva solución de conectividad a internet de alta velocidad para la serie de aeronaves Beechcraft King Air B200/300 y Cessna Citation 560XL. Esto sigue la emisión por parte de la FAA del Certificado Suplementario de Tipo (STC) de AeroMech para la conectividad a internet de alta velocidad Starlink. El sistema utiliza la constelación de satélites en órbita terrestre baja (LEO) de Starlink, que proporciona una conectividad más confiable sobre tierra, agua y en áreas remotas.
Brian Rohloff, vicepresidente senior de Atención al Cliente, enfatizó la importancia de la conectividad en vuelo para los clientes que utilizan sus aeronaves como oficinas móviles. La actualización se puede programar para su instalación en los Centros de Servicio Textron Aviation en América del Norte y en ciertos Centros de Servicio Internacionales. El STC de AeroMech utiliza el 'sistema autónomo' de Starlink, que consiste en una antena, una fuente de energía y un enrutador, requiriendo solo alimentación eléctrica del avión.
텍스트론 항공이 비치크래프트 킹 에어 B200/300 및 세스나 시타이션 560XL 시리즈 항공기를 위한 새로운 고속 인터넷 연결 솔루션을 발표했습니다. 이는 FAA가 AeroMech의 추가 유형 인증서(STC)를 발급한 데 따른 것으로, 스타링크 고속 인터넷 연결이 가능합니다. 이 시스템은 스타링크의 저궤도(LEO) 위성 군을 활용하여 육상, 수상 및 외딴 지역에서 더 신뢰할 수 있는 연결성을 제공합니다.
브라이언 로홀프 고객 지원 부사장은 고객들이 항공기를 모바일 사무실로 사용할 때 비행 중 연결성의 중요성을 강조했습니다. 업그레이드는 북미 텍스트론 항공 서비스 센터 및 일부 국제 서비스 센터에서 설치를 예약할 수 있습니다. AeroMech의 STC는 스타링크의 '독립형 시스템'을 사용하는데, 이는 안테나, 전원 공급 장치 및 라우터로 구성되며, 항공기로부터 전원만 필요합니다.
Textron Aviation a annoncé une nouvelle solution de connectivité internet haut débit pour les avions des séries Beechcraft King Air B200/300 et Cessna Citation 560XL. Cela fait suite à la délivrance par la FAA du Certificat de Type Supplémentaire (STC) d'AeroMech pour la connectivité internet haut débit Starlink. Le système utilise la constellation de satellites en orbite terrestre basse (LEO) de Starlink, offrant une connectivité plus fiable sur terre, en mer et dans des zones éloignées.
Brian Rohloff, vice-président senior du service client, a souligné l'importance de la connectivité pendant le vol pour les clients utilisant leurs avions comme bureaux mobiles. La mise à niveau peut être programmée pour installation dans les Centres de Service Textron Aviation en Amérique du Nord et certains Centres de Service Internationaux. Le STC d'AeroMech utilise le 'système autonome' de Starlink, qui se compose d'une antenne, d'une alimentation et d'un routeur, nécessitant uniquement une alimentation électrique de l'avion.
Textron Aviation hat eine neue Hochgeschwindigkeits-Internetverbindungslösung für die Flugzeugserien Beechcraft King Air B200/300 und Cessna Citation 560XL angekündigt. Dies folgt auf die Ausstellung des Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) von AeroMech durch die FAA für die Starlink Hochgeschwindigkeits-Internet-Anbindung. Das System nutzt das Satellitennetzwerk von Starlink in einer niedrigen Erdumlaufbahn (LEO), das eine zuverlässigere Verbindung über Land, Wasser und in abgelegenen Gebieten bietet.
Brian Rohloff, Senior Vice President für Kundenbetreuung, betonte die Bedeutung der Internetverbindung während des Fluges für Kunden, die ihre Flugzeuge als mobile Büros nutzen. Das Upgrade kann in den Textron Aviation Servicezentren in Nordamerika sowie in ausgewählten internationalen Servicezentren zur Installation eingeplant werden. Das STC von AeroMech nutzt das 'Standalone-System' von Starlink, das aus einer Antenne, einer Stromversorgung und einem Router besteht und nur eine Stromversorgung vom Flugzeug benötigt.
- Introduction of high-speed internet connectivity solution for popular aircraft models
- Expanded service offering for Textron Aviation customers
- Potential for improved customer satisfaction and competitiveness in the market
- None.
Insights
The introduction of Starlink high-speed internet connectivity for Beechcraft King Air and Cessna Citation aircraft is a significant technological upgrade. This solution leverages Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, offering more reliable connectivity over diverse terrains compared to traditional in-flight Wi-Fi. The "standalone system" approach, requiring only power input from the aircraft, suggests a relatively straightforward installation process.
For business aviation, this advancement addresses a critical need in today's interconnected world. The ability to transform aircraft into mobile offices with robust internet connectivity can enhance productivity and potentially increase the value proposition of these aircraft models. However, it's important to note that while this is a positive development, its direct impact on Textron's financials may be in the short term, as it's an upgrade option rather than a new aircraft line.
The expansion of Textron's service offerings through this STC could potentially drive some additional revenue through installations and might marginally improve the attractiveness of their aircraft in the competitive business aviation market. Overall, this represents a strategic move to keep Textron's products competitive in terms of in-flight connectivity capabilities.
Starlink high-speed internet solution now available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers for Beechcraft King Air B200/300 and Cessna Citation 560XL series aircraft (Photo: AeroMech)
Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker customers receive factory-direct support, maintenance and modifications by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, through a global network of service and part centers, mobile service units and 24/7 1CALL AOG support.
“In today's interconnected world, our customers expect to use their aircraft as a mobile office," said Brian Rohloff, senior vice president, Customer Support. "Offering Starlink for the Beechcraft King Air B200/B300 including popular King Air 250, 260, 350, 350i and 360 models and for the Cessna Citation Excel, XLS, XLS+ and XLS Gen2 positions our customers to experience one of the best possible in-flight connectivity and aviation experiences available today.”
Customers can schedule the upgrade for installation at North American Textron Aviation Service Centers and select International Service Centers. AeroMech’s STC utilizes Starlink’s “standalone system” that consists of an antenna, power supply and router, and only requires power input from the aircraft.
About Textron Aviation service
Textron Aviation, through its Beechcraft and Cessna brands, is renowned for its unrivaled global service network dedicated to complete life-cycle support. In addition to its expansive company-owned footprint, Textron Aviation’s jet and turboprop customers have access to a global network of more than 300 authorized service facilities. Textron Aviation also offers a mobile support program featuring more than 40 mobile service units and on-site service technicians and support. Find additional information about Textron Aviation’s service programs at http://txtav.com/en/service.
About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight.
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