Thu, Jul 15, 2021
Lightweight Satcom System Provides Worldwide Communications From The Cockpit
Honeywell has received TSO-C159 certification from Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) for its Aspire 400 Satellite Communications System. Honeywell's Aspire 400 offer's connectivity via Inmarsat's SwiftBroadband-Safety (SB-S) service. Aspire 400 is reportedly a clean slate design.
The Aspire 400 system provides a more secure data pipe to and from the aircraft, delivering safety services and high-speed voice and data communications for cockpits and cabins in a compact, lightweight and low-powered package. Using the Aspire 400 system, an aircraft can communicate more securely with Air Traffic Control and the Airlines Operation Center. The systems also offer broadband data rates that enable Electronic Flight Bags (EFB) and other applications.
"The achievement of the TSO certification for the Honeywell Aspire 400 system is a major milestone for the aviation industry as the system can significantly increase safety and efficiency of air travel," said Mark Goodman, director, product management, Honeywell Aerospace. "Aspire 400 provides pilots with improved voice communication with Air Traffic Control as compared with high-frequency radio. Additionally, Aspire 400 increases efficiency by enabling real-time data transfer between aircraft and the ground. This can help in situations where rerouting is necessary to avoid bad weather."
Aspire 400 enables all the functionality supported by previous satcom systems but in a much smaller, lighter package that uses less power. The Aspire 400 TSO certification facilitates installation and certification for Future Air Navigation System operation on multiple aircraft platforms, including line fit and aftermarket upgrades. Aspire 400 meets current industry standards related to communications safety and security requirements for aircraft products of this type, ensuring better protection of critical cockpit communications.
With a small antenna and overall footprint, the Aspire 400 has the potential to replace legacy high-frequency radio systems to improve operational performance.
The successful development and certification of the Aspire 400 system was a global team effort involving countries such as Canada, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, India and the United States. One of the newest and most significant features of the Aspire 400 that was not available in Honeywell's legacy satcom products is the introduction of Internet Protocol-based safety and operational communications using Inmarsat SwiftBroadband-Safety (SB-S).
More News
Aero Linx: Model Aeronautical Association of Australia MAAA clubs are about fun flying, camaraderie and community. For over 75 years, the MAAA has been Australia’s largest fl>[...]
Touchdown Zone Lighting Two rows of transverse light bars located symmetrically about the runway centerline normally at 100 foot intervals. The basic system extends 3,000 feet alon>[...]
“Discovery and innovation are central to our mission at Virgin Galactic. We’re excited to build on our successful record of facilitating scientific experiments in subor>[...]
How To Get A Story On Aero-TV News/Feature Programming How do I submit a story idea or lead to Aero-TV? If you would like to submit a story idea or lead, please contact Jim Campbel>[...]
Student Pilot Reported That During Rotation, “All Of A Sudden The Back Of The Plane Kicked To The Right..." Analysis: The student pilot reported that during rotation, “>[...]