The high-speed broadband Wi-Fi system from Honeywell (NYSE: HON), designed to provide aircraft with Internet speeds similar to those in homes and offices, is now an option for new Dassault Falcon business jets as well as for planes already in service, the company said.
Honeywell´s JetWave antennas and hardware enable Inmarsat´s high-speed Jet ConneX service.
Based on a wider wireless frequency pipe than other global satellite networks, Honeywell´s system enables global Ka-band connection.
Honeywell´s JetWave is now available as an option for installation aboard new Falcon 900LX, Falcon 7X, Falcon 8X, Falcon 5X business jets with initial delivery in mid-2017.
For existing Dassault customers, Honeywell´s JetWave hardware is available for current installation on the Falcon 7X and Falcon 900 Series aircraft.
Honeywell is a software-industrial company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace and automotive products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry; and performance materials globally.