2023-07-24 10:55:13 ET
- Iridium Communications Inc ( NASDAQ: IRDM ) on Monday introduced its Iridium Certus aviation commercial service.
- This announcement marks the availability and certification of Iridium Connected aviation solutions for commercial transport aircraft, business aviation, helicopters, private aircraft, and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS).
- "Using L-band satellite frequencies that are superior for cockpit communications, Iridium Certus for aviation is an ideal complement to commercial transport passenger cabin connectivity Ka/Ku band services and can be a primary service for small-to-mid-size business jet cabins," it said.
- Iridium's partners are also introducing a range of multi-tier Iridium Certus solutions that complement other in-flight connectivity (IFC) systems installed on aircraft.
- Safety certifications are currently in progress, with flight trials expected to begin by the end of 2023 and approvals expected in 2024.
- IRDM is -0.36% to $60.75.
- Source: Press Release
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Iridium launches Iridium Certus for aviation service