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Rockwell Collins Tailwind 300, SAT-6100 selected for Bombardier Challenger aircraft in the Flexjet fractional fleet
ORLANDO (October 16, 2006) - The newly introduced Rockwell Collins Tailwind 300 satellite television system, as well as the SAT-6100 High Speed Data (HSD)
Satellite Communication System (SATCOM) have been selected by Bombardier Flexjet for its fleet of new Bombardier Challenger
604 and Challenger 605 aircraft. The systems are being installed through the next five years.
"This announcement underscores our commitment to providing affordable live television and office connectivity to the business
jet marketplace in systems that are small, lightweight and backed by our world class customer service and support," said Tim
Rayl, senior director of Business and Regional Systems marketing for Rockwell Collins. "These systems will help maximize productivity
and enhance the travel experience for Bombardier Flexjet fractional owners by offering real-time information and entertainment
options."
"These state-of-the-art communication technologies and the wide range of audio and video programming will provide new benefits
and value to Flexjet owners, whether traveling for business or leisure, and we are pleased to offer them this year on our
newly configured Bombardier Challenger 604 aircraft," said Bob Knebel, Bombardier Flexjet vice president, sales.
Rockwell Collins has teamed with DIRECTV® to provide one of the largest content offerings available. Tailwind 300 features
CNN, Fox News, Bloomberg, MSNBC, ESPN, Golf Channel, Premium Sports Package, over 60 music channels from XM Radio and a host
of other channels.
Through a unique combination of digital electronics, computer-based functionality, RF technology and advanced software, Tailwind
300 delivers consistent, reliable performance with push-button ease.
Rockwell Collins SAT-6100 High Speed Data system uses Inmarsat's AeroH/H+ and Swift 64 services to deliver three Aero-H/H+
channels, and two simultaneous channels of Swift 64 (128 kbs) for Internet, e-mail, fax and digital phone capabilities. In
addition, the system incorporates hardware provisions to support Inmarsat's future SwiftBroadband service that will provide
even higher data speed (up to 432 kbs). The SAT-6100 also offers features that enhance safety and efficiency. Proprietary
software monitors and manages the power for all channels, and preempts lower priority channels in favor of higher priority
communications from the flight deck, ensuring compliance with ICAO safety services. The software also validates Swift 64 frequencies
to ensure there is no interference with GPS navigation.
Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronics solutions
for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications
and information management is strengthened by 17,000 employees, and a global service and support network that crosses 27 countries.
To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
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