Bombardier Business Aircraft and
Duncan Aviation have collaboratively received Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs)
for the Gogo AVANCE L5 system on Challenger 300 and Challenger 600 series
aircraft. The AVANCE L5
system can also be installed as a retrofit option on Challenger 300 and
Challenger 600 series aircraft at any of Bombardier's five FAA Diamond
award-winning service centres in North America and at Duncan Aviation's three
MRO facilities as well as several of Duncan Aviation's Satellite locations.
The 4G Wi-Fi system is now
available on new Challenger series aircraft, which are equipped with
Bombardier's exclusive HD Cabin Management System to provide an unparalleled
audio experience with crystal-clear sound through integrated sidewall speakers -
exclusive in its class.
"Bombardier is proud to
lead the way in cabin connectivity and offer this fast, reliable 4G Wi-Fi system
on new Challenger 350/650 aircraft and on in-service Challenger 300/600 series
aircraft, so passengers can enjoy the smooth ride our aircraft are known for,
while staying connected," said Brad
Nolen, Vice President, Marketing,
Bombardier Business Aircraft.
The Gogo AVANCE platform
integrates a full range of cabin features, allowing passengers to easily and
reliably access and use all available data, voice, maps, entertainment, and
cabin management system (CMS) services.
"Duncan Aviation and
Bombardier are committed to working together to provide quick, all-encompassing
connectivity solutions for Challenger aircraft. We are pleased our customers can
stay connected in the air by obtaining this advanced technology," said
Dennis Kruse,
Avionics Sales and Service Representative, Duncan Aviation.
The Gogo Biz 4G network is up to
three times faster than the 3G network and comprised of more than 250 towers for
reliable connectivity over the continental U.S. and large parts of Canada and
Alaska. Designed specifically for business aircraft, the system delivers the
speed passengers need for home-like entertainment and video streaming.
Bombardier and Duncan Aviation
have already completed installations of the high-performing Gogo AVANCE L5
in-cabin Wi-Fi system on Challenger 300 and Challenger 605 aircraft, allowing
passengers to enhance their in-flight connectivity experience. The Challenger
350 aircraft tallied the most deliveries in its segment in 2017. Designed to
create a smooth ride and an unforgettable experience, Challenger series aircraft
flight deck feature a state-of-the-art Synthetic Vision System (SVS), MultiScan
weather radar for increased situational awareness and reduced pilot workload. |