Satcom Direct

Aero X® Overview

Satcom Direct’s patented Aero X® solution delivers extreme speed for corporate jet travelers requiring a higher level of
in-flight aircraft Internet usage. AeroX puts the “speed” in high-speed data transmission. This patented service compresses data creating a more efficient use of bandwidth. That means business jet professionals can send and receive greater amounts of data in shorter amounts of time while in flight, thus using less time to complete business.

SkyShield Overview

SkyShield allows you to control your in-flight Internet usage by blocking unneeded processes that slow down your connection and increase your data costs.

SkyShield acts as a filter for certain software processes and applications that use large amounts of data, such as program or software updates that run in the background, streaming audio and video websites, and social media feeds. Using SkyShield frees up your in-flight data connection for what is most important to your mission.

Choose from four preconfigured filter options, or request a custom filter built by Satcom Direct.

There are four preconfigured filters to choose from:

• Level 1:Software updates
• Level 2:Audio and video
• Level 3:Social media
• Level 4:Cloud applications
• Custom Filtersmay be built to your specifications

FlightDeck Freedom®(FDF)

Satcom Direct’s FlightDeck Freedom^®(FDF) datalink service is fully compatible with all avionics and airframe manufacturers. FDF uses 21st century datalink technology that was specifically designed to support Business and Military aviation
worldwide.

The FDF globally redundant datalink network provides pilots the assurance that critical data such as pre-departure clearances,
Digital ATIS, oceanic clearances, airport weather, graphical weather, Aircraft Performance Group (APG) calculations and flight plan routes are always received upon pilot request. FDF also enables pilots to monitor cabin communications to assure telephone and internet services are working for passengers/VIPs. Dispatchers and maintenance personnel can monitor the aircraft through automated takeoff and landing reports, email messages to/from the aircraft, and can see aircraft position at
any time with Satcom Direct’s exclusive SD Flight Tracker. FDF is simply the best solution for Business and Military Aviation.

Global One Number (GON) Overview

In 1997, Satcom Direct® pioneered the Global One Number® (GON) service - a technology that allows callers on the ground to reach any handset on an aircraft in-flight by dialing a single, 10-digit telephone number, no matter where the aircraft is located.

Today, Satcom Direct’s Global One Number® is well-known throughout the aviation industry and has expanded to include connectivity to multiple communication systems, including Iridium, Inmarsat and Yonder. Telephone numbers from more than
50 countries and 4,000 cities worldwide are now available to provide local dialing capabilities to aircraft around the world.

Satcom Direct's Flight Tracker

Satcom Direct’s Flight Tracker has set the standard for global flight tracking. This state-of-the-art global mapping solution graphically displays precise fleet coordinates using data transmitted via Inmarsat, Iridium, Yonder®, SITA VHF as well as Satcom Direct’s FlightDeck Freedom® service.

You can also receive current aircraft location information from anywhere using your smartphone, tablet, PC or other email device using TrackerMail. Just send an email to TrackerMail with the aircraft registration number, and TrackerMail returns the current location and status of the aircraft. Individual user configuration also allows automatic updates while the aircraft is in-flight.

SD Flight Tracker’s advanced mapping technology is the only solution to provide network overlays, planned and actual flight routes, and aircraft satcom status to provide complete situational awareness for dispatchers and maintenance personnel.

Satcom Direct Router (SDR) Overview

The Satcom Direct Router (SDR) is Satcom Direct’s first certified hardware product.The SDR is a next-generation aircraft network router that simplifies cabin communications and allows simultaneous use of multiple satellite connections. It is satellite ready for L-Band, Ku-Band, Ka-Band, and X-Band communications.

Using intelligent traffic control, the SDR allows multiple systems to operate on the aircraft without additional wireless access
points, creating the ability for separate guest or dedicated VVIP networks. While on the ground, 3G/4G connectivity is possible through the SDR, and data plans for domestic and global roaming with the SDR’s Dual-SIM module are available
to provide the best roaming rates around the world.

The SDR also supports mobile applications for on-board cabin services such as a moving map and Flight Tracker, command and control of satellite links, and real-time connection status reporting. The SDR currently works with Inmarsat SwiftBroadband and Swift 64 systems from Cobham/Thrane & Thrane, Honeywell/EMS, and Rockwell Collins. It also supports ViaSat Yonder® Ku-Band and is designed to work with Inmarsat’s upcoming Global Xpress Ka-Band Service.

For more information, email SDR@satcomdirect.com.

Specifications

• Size: 10.9”L x 9”W x 3.7”H (276.86mm L x 228.6mm W x 93.98mm H)
• Weight: 8.6lbs.
• Power: 28V DC
• Certifications:
  • DO-160G, DO-178B Level E

The SDR integrates with all Satcom Direct services, including:

• AeroV ®
• SD Flight Tracker
• SkyTicket
• SkyShield
• Aero XR ®