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Air Europa selects Rockwell Collins dPAVES™ IFE
Hamburg, Germany (March 31, 2009) - Rockwell Collins' dPAVES™ in-flight entertainment (IFE) system has been selected by Air Europa for installation on 12 of its 737 aircraft (13 options).
"Our dPAVES IFE system complements Air Europa's efforts to be one of Europe's most modern airlines," explained Tommy Dodson,
vice president and general manager, Cabin Systems for Rockwell Collins. "dPAVES provides passengers with the enhanced clarity
of digital technology while watching movies and other IFE programming. Additionally, its reduction in size, weight and power,
as well as reliability improvements, provide operational benefits and lower life-cycle costs than existing analog systems."
At the core of dPAVES is the Broadcast Digital Server (BDS) offering 160 gigabyte storage capability, integrated PRAM functionality
and embedded Airshow Moving Map – all in one 4 MCU box. The large storage capability of the BDS allows for multiple play periods
of entertainment content, and the server automatically selects the new content when the new play period starts.
Other dPAVES benefits include:
- Scalable Architecture. Installing dPAVES will result in a reduced total cost of ownership versus other IFE solutions. System enhancements are easy
and inexpensive to configure at a later date.
- Route Specific Content. Airlines can select from over 1,000 city-pair IFE programs, perfectly timed for the length of the route. Providing timely
and interesting programs to passengers promotes safety by helping to keep passengers in their seats.
- Fleet Commonality of Line Replaceable Unit (LRU). Either Airbus or Boeing single-aisle aircraft use the same PAVES' UADS equipment, reducing the need for separate parts inventories
for a mixed fleet of aircraft.
- Plug and Play LRUs. The simplicity of PAVES' system components allows maintenance staff to quickly diagnose and replace parts, cutting down on
costly and time consuming repairs.
- Integrated 3D Airshow Moving Map. The latest-generation Airshow moving map is seamlessly embedded into the dPAVES Broadcast Digital Server (BDS) - no additional
hardware is required.
- Flyable Data Loader. dPAVES' onboard Flyable Data Loader (FDL) eases loading of digital content and saves time and resources. Fifty gigabytes
of video and audio programming can be loaded within five minutes via a single Blu-ray disc, and then automatically transferred
to the server - no technical crew intervention required. Simultaneously, entertainment can be presented to the passengers.
- Hands-off Operation. Fully automated, predefined content sequences will be initiated with the start of the system specific to each route without
any operational intervention necessary.
About Air Europa
Air Europa, founded in 1986, is the airline division of the Globalia Corporation. Since 1991 Air Europa has orientated its
activity towards positioning itself as one of Europe's most modern airlines. Its fleet comprises of 30 Next Generation Boeing
aircrafts, 6 Airbus A330s as well as latest jet generation Embraer 195. Air Europa's route network covers a large part of
the Spanish territory, as well as destinations in Europe and the North of Africa and Asia. Air Europa has signed code share
agreements with Aeropostal, Air France, Portugalia, Alitalia, Continental Airlines, KLM, Malev, China Eastern and Tunisair.
For more information visit http://www.aireuropa.com.
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic
solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission
communications, information management, and simulation and training is delivered by 20,000 employees, and a global service
and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
Media Contact:
Anne Wiskerchen
+1.319.295.7533 office
+1.319.651.0033 mobile
amwisker@rockwellcollins.com
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