ThinKom’s ThinAir Ka2517 antenna is now certified for operation on the SES Open Orbits network, opening up more inflight connectivity opportunities and capacity
Airlines recognize multi-constellation, multi-orbit communications as the future for inflight connectivity. Our ThinAir Ka2517 delivers that superior connectivity experience and, with this certification for operations on the SES Open Orbits network, brings increased satellite service options online.
– Jeff Sare, ThinKom’s chief commercial officer
The certified terminal is part of an integration package from RAVE Aerospace. The dual-modem ModMan supports Taurus HB and Jupiter 3 waveforms. This enables communications services on SES’s geostationary satellites as well as the O3b Classic and next-gen mPOWER MEO constellations.
The certified configuration flies on Airbus HBCplus deployments meaning airlines have access to this multi-orbit connectivity on aircraft delivered direct from the factory. More than 150 aircraft are deployed or committed to the RAVE/ThinKom solution through the HBCplus program. A similar configuration is also active on retrofit installations, increasing the install base by hundreds of aircraft.
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Seth Miller has over a decade of experience covering the airline industry. With a strong focus on passenger experience, Seth also has deep knowledge of inflight connectivity and loyalty programs. He is widely respected as an unbiased commentator on the aviation industry.
He is frequently consulted on innovations in passenger experience by airlines and technology providers.
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