Honeywell Selects Gilat’s Aero Modem for its JetWave Satellite Communication Solution

Gilat’s aero-modem to enable regional IFC services starting with China

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, announced today that Honeywell has selected Gilat’s Taurus IFC modem for its JetWave™ satellite communication system.

The integration of Gilat’s aero-modem will enable Honeywell to offer its JetWave solution within territories as well as to roam in-and-out of territories where Gilat’s ground network is deployed. The Honeywell-Gilat solution will first be deployed in China over China’s HTS Ka network for both domestic and flights going in-and-out of China, expanding later to additional regions around the globe.

Gilat’s high-performance Taurus aero modem, has a proven global track record of providing unparalleled passenger user experience. Gilat’s industry leading IFC solution operates the largest global IFC network with over 1,000 commercial aircraft installed with Gilat’s solution.

Source: Gilat Satellite Networks media announcement