Data expectations in aircraft are constantly changing, from the amount of data transferred to new data applications — all requiring the need for more data bandwidth. We not only see this in our daily lives, but also while traveling and in aircraft operations. Today’s aircraft operators are looking for reliable, safe data interaction, in addition to the flexibility to grow with future SATCOM needs. That’s why Collins Aerospace became a Value Added Manufacturer for the new Iridium satellite network.
Collins Aerospace can help you meet your SATCOM requirements with high data rate capability and lower weight, drag and power usage than with other SATCOM offerings. The Iridium network will bring increased data speeds. Through our ARINC GLOBALinkSM and ARINCDirectSM offerings, Collins Aerospace is a service provider for Iridium’s satellite solutions for commercial airlines and business aircraft operators. We can help meet your service needs by taking advantage of higher data speeds at lower data costs.
With over 3,000 legacy Iridium systems fielded already, we’re adding Iridium Certus services to our comprehensive suite of aircraft connectivity applications for commercial, government and business customers. Data rates are up to 704 kbps.
Collins Aerospace IRT NX SATCOM
Iridium has replaced the legacy GEN 1 constellation with new Iridium Certus™ satellites. When your aircraft accesses this new constellation through the Collins Aerospace IRT NX SATCOM system, your passengers and crew can take advantage of higher data rates and safety services for operations worldwide. Other benefits associated with our IRT NX SATCOM system for Iridium terminals include lower weight, an antenna footprint with minimum drag, and lower power usage. The system is designed to support Future Air Navigation System (FANS), Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) requirements, and Internet for passengers.
Collins IRT NX SATCOM system for Iridium
Collins Aerospace designs and manufactures the entire system – including the SATCOM data unit, SATCOM configuration module and antenna – to provide a cohesive, seamless experience for our customers.
The Collins IRT NX SATCOM system for Iridium is backed by our engineering and repair services to meet your needs and keep you flying. Our field service engineers are highly trained technical experts who are involved in every phase of program development, from design to test to integration. Our depth of involvement ensures an unsurpassed level of expert support.
Additional benefits associated with our IRT NX SATCOM system for Iridium include lower weight, an antenna footprint with minimum drag, lower power usage and Japan Telecommunication Administration Bureau (JTAB) testing requirements.
Specifications
- SATCOM Data Unit (SDU)
- Size: 2 MCU
- Voltage: 28 VDC and 115 VAC
- SATCOM Configuration Module (SCM)
- Size: A771 compliant
- Low Gain Antenna (LGA)
- Size: A771 compliant
- Footprint: A771 footprint #4
- High Gain Antenna (HGA)
- Size: A771 compliant
- Footprint: A771 footprint #4
Feature & benefits
- Cockpit applications
- FANS / safety services
- GADSS/GAT
- SATCOM voice
- EFB services / SWIM
- Graphical / crowd sourced weather
- Flight plan updates
- Flight tracking
- Navigation chart & terrain database updates
- Flight data recorder streaming
- Mechanical monitoring & exterior sensor readings
- FOQA/MOQA
- Flight profile optimization
- Passenger communications
- Voice, IP Fax
- Text/email
- Internet/VPN
- Social media
- Low/standard resolution video
System offerings
| Product | Safety Services | Voice Channel | Max Data Rate (Kbps) | Domains | Antenna | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analog | VOIP | |||||
| IRT-4100 (light) | Yes | 2 | 1 | 88 | ACD & AISD | Active LGA |
| IRT-4200 (medium) | Yes | 2 | 1 | 176 | ACD & AISD | Active LGA |
| IRT-4300 (very high) | Yes | 2 | 1 | 704 | ACD & AISD | Active HGA |
| IRT-4400 (very high) | No | 2 | 1 | 704 | PIESD | Active HGA |
These systems can also support Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) requirements.
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