Bombardier Confirms Global Broadband Connectivity to be Offered as Line-fit Option on CSeries Aircraft
13 Maio 2014 - 11:42AM
Marketwired
Bombardier Confirms Global Broadband Connectivity to be Offered as
Line-fit Option on CSeries Aircraft
- Panasonic and Bombardier team up to offer line-fit
installation of broadband connectivity system for the first time on
a single-aisle aircraft
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwired - May 13, 2014) - Regional
Airline Association Annual Convention - Bombardier Aerospace
announced today that the installation of a satellite-based Ku-band
antenna on CSeries flight test vehicle one (FTV1) is now
complete. The installation comes as the company teams with
Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic) to offer in-flight
global connectivity as a line-fit option for the first time on a
single-aisle aircraft.
The Panasonic eXConnect® system allows operators of
CSeries aircraft to provide passengers with a wide range
of connectivity solutions, including internet browsing, incoming
and outgoing email, mobile telephony (with the addition of
Panasonic's eXPhone® system), as well as live television content
from both satellite or ground reception (with the addition of
Panasonic's eXTV® system).
"The eXConnect® system is the only global broadband, in-flight
connectivity service available in the world today, and we are
thrilled that it has been chosen to join other advanced technology
systems on the all-new, innovative CSeries aircraft," said
David Bruner, Vice President, Global Communication Services,
Panasonic Avionics Corporation. "It is very exciting that airlines
can now select our eXConnect® system for line-fit installation and
provide a truly unique passenger experience enhanced with broadband
internet access, VPN services, email and much more."
"We're excited to publicly share this news about the line-fit
option for in-flight connectivity as it demonstrates once again how
we are equipping the CSeries aircraft with leading-edge
technologies. Today's passengers welcome the convenience that
in-flight connectivity brings and we are working to support
airlines in providing the best passenger experience," said Robert
Dewar, Vice President, CSeries Program, Bombardier
Commercial Aircraft. "In addition to offering connectivity
solutions such as eXConnect®, the CSeries family of
aircraft has also been designed to support embedded audio and video
on-demand (AVOD) systems to deliver high-quality entertainment
solutions directly to passengers via seat-back monitors and also
via wireless broadcast."
During early program phases, the CSeries aircraft's
design team reserved space for a variety of AVOD and connectivity
systems to ensure there would be no impact on the aircraft's cargo
or cabin stowage spaces.
CSeries aircraft
Designed for the growing 100- to 149-seat market, the 100 per
cent new CSeries aircraft family combines advanced
materials, leading-edge technology and proven methods to meet
commercial airline requirements. Powered by Pratt & Whitney
PurePower PW1500G engines, the CSeries aircraft family
will offer a 15* per cent cash operating cost advantage and a 20*
per cent fuel burn advantage. With the extra capacity seating
option, the CS300 aircraft's productivity further
improves, offering airlines an average of four* per cent additional
cash operating cost advantage per seat.
The CSeries aircraft's clean-sheet design is ensuring
that the aircraft will achieve greatly reduced noise and emissions,
as well as superior operational flexibility, exceptional airfield
performance and a range of 2,950 NM (5,463 km)*. The
CSeries aircraft will be up to 12,000 lbs. (5,443 kg)*
lighter than other aircraft in the same seat category and will
provide passengers with a best-in-class, widebody cabin environment
in a single-aisle aircraft.
As of March 31, 2014 Bombardier had booked orders and
commitments for 447 CSeries aircraft, which include firm
orders for 203 CSeries airliners. Some 18 customers and
operators have joined the CSeries aircraft program.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world's only manufacturer of both planes and
trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is
evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more
efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our
vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us
a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Our shares are
traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the
Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indexes. In the
fiscal year ended December 31, 2013, we posted revenues of $18.2
billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or
follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
Notes to editors
Images of CSeries aircraft are posted with this news
release at www.bombardier.com. Additional images and videos of
CSeries aircraft are available in the CSeries Hub
at cseries.com. B-roll is available at bcamediafootage.com.
Follow @Bombardier_Aero on Twitter to receive the latest news
and updates from Bombardier Aerospace.
* The CSeries aircraft are in the development phase.
All data and specifications are estimates, subject to changes in
family strategy, branding, capacity and performance during the
development, manufacture and certification process. All performance
references have been estimated based on a 500-nm North American
operating environment and comparisons are to in-production
aircraft.
PurePower ® is a registered trademark of United Technologies
Corp. - Pratt & Whitney.
Bombardier, CS300, CSeries and The Evolution of
Mobility are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its
subsidiaries.
Marc DuchesneBombardier Commercial
Aircraft+1-416-375-3030marc.duchesne@aero.bombardier.comwww.bombardier.com
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