Mon, Sep 23, 2019
Allows For Installation Of CPDLC, ATN-B1, And Optional FANS 1/A+ In Bombardier Learjet 45 Series
The FAA has approved a supplemental type certificate (STC) to Flightstar Corporation for Data Communications in the Bombardier Learjet 40 and 45. This STC allows for the utilization of both Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications Clearance Delivery (CPDLC DCL) and Aeronautical Telecommunications Network Baseline 1 (ATN B1) CPDLC capabilities. An additional option to incorporate Future Air Navigation System (FANS) 1/A+ abilities are available with ATN B1 CPDLC and CPDLC DCL configurations.
"We are excited to offer this STC for the Bombardier Learjet 40 and 45 with four available variations" stated Flightstar’s Avionics Sales Manager, Greg Vail. “Our solution adds value and will extend the aircraft’s capabilities far into the future. Flightstar will additionally be offering a second STC in the future for the UA UNS-1Ew FMS Software Control Number 1002.1 update. This software upgrade will allow the utilization of “push-to-load” capabilities in the Learjet 40 and 45.”
The Flightstar CPDLC STC requires a pre-existing Universal Avionics (UA) UNS-1Ew SBAS-FMS. Integration of a UA UniLink™ UL-801 Communications Management Unit and a CVR-120 Cockpit Voice Recorder, with our without RIPS. Operators have the choice of two different mounting locations for the CVR cockpit controller unit to fit with varying cockpit pedestal configurations. Aircraft can be upgraded with FANS 1/A+ capabilities by an optional installation of a Satcom Direct Iridium Data Link Unit. Approval of the STC by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency is currently under review.
(Source: Flightstar news release. Image from file)
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