Jet Republic Selects Aircell's Global SwiftBroadband Solution for Entire Fleet
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Industry's largest SwiftBroadband order to date;
Aircell will bring voice & data connectivity to Jet Republic passengers on
every flight
GENEVA, May 11/PRNewswire/ -- [EBACE 2009] Aircell, the world's leading
provider of airborne communications, announces that Jet Republic has selected
Aircell's SwiftBroadband solution for its entire fleet of aircraft. Covering
110 systems, the order represents the largest SwiftBroadband system order ever
placed.
Aircell's SwiftBroadband solution will allow Jet Republic passengers to
seamlessly use their Wi-Fi Smartphones for email in flight. They can also use
the system's integrated cabin handsets to make voice calls. Aircell's
SwiftBroadband solution is powered by Thrane & Thrane.
With operational headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal, Jet Republic is a private
jet club that offers two different programs to its Members -- share ownership
and a private jet card. Based exclusively on factory-new Learjet 60 XR
aircraft, the company serves 1,000 airports in Europe with guaranteed aircraft
availability at as little as 24 hours' notice.
"Jet Republic's aim is to revolutionize the private jet experience -- to
create the aviation equivalent of a five-star boutique hotel. By introducing
BlackBerry(R) and iPhone(R) connectivity, our Members are able to keep in
touch with the world, even from 51,000 feet," said Jonathan Breeze, founder
and CEO, Jet Republic. "With bespoke interiors, hot food, real espresso, a
flight attendant and a concierge service, we are offering large cabin service
at midsize cabin prices."
The first Aircell-equipped Jet Republic aircraft is scheduled to enter service
in September 2009.
Andrew Geist, Senior Vice President, Business Aviation Solutions, Aircell,
said, "For customers with global connectivity needs, our new SwiftBroadband
system is the very latest in affordable communications -- and a dramatic leap
forward from earlier generations of technology. We're very proud to have our
system selected for such an important role in Jet Republic's fleet," concluded
Geist.
Through its diverse line of airborne communications products, Aircell offers
the industry's largest selection of network services spanning multiple
technologies that include air-to-ground, low-earth orbit satellite and
geostationary satellite. For connectivity, in addition to its global
SwiftBroadband solution, Aircell is offering its proprietary High Speed
Internet system that operates on an advanced network of ground wireless
stations in the U.S.
About Jet Republic
Launched in September 2008, Jet Republic is a new aviation company that aims
to redefine private jet travel. Its fleet is part of the largest European
private jet order ever made -- $1.5 billion for 110 Bombardier Learjet 60 XR
aircraft in June 2008. Jet Republic flies to over 1,000 airports in Europe and
tens of thousands more around the world. Headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal,
Jet Republic serves the UK, Western Europe and Russia. Jet Republic is an
inclusive private jet club and equivalent to a five-star boutique hotel in the
sky. Jet Republic is 100% carbon neutral through a partnership with
ClimateCare, one of Europe's most experienced providers of carbon offsets.
Each project is rigorously audited and monitored for quality. For sales
enquiries go to www.JetRepublic.com or call +44 (0)20 7959 6772.
About Aircell
Aircell is the world's leading provider of airborne communications and a
single-source, turnkey provider of equipment, service, and technical support.
With a global sales and support presence, its products are offered by
virtually every fixed- and rotor-wing airframe manufacturer in business
aviation, and are installed aboard the world's four largest fractional
ownership fleets. As winner of an exclusive FCC frequency license in 2006,
Aircell has built a revolutionary new mobile broadband network for commercial
and business aviation. In 2008, the Aircell(R) Network and its inflight
portal, known as Gogo(R), revolutionized the commercial airline passenger
flight experience by delivering a robust Internet experience at 35,000 feet.
The Aircell Network provides airlines with connectivity to operations and a
path to enhanced cabin services such as video, audio, television and more. A
similar feature set is available to Business aircraft operators. Aircell has
facilities in Broomfield, Colorado, and Itasca, Illinois. Aircell's vision is
to give everyone the ability to stay In Touch, In Flight(R). For more
information about Aircell, please visit www.aircell.com.
All rights reserved. Aircell, Gogo, and In Touch, In Flight are registered
trademarks of Aircell Business Aviation Services LLC or its affiliates.
Third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Press Contact
Tom Myers
Director, Marketing
EBACE Mobile +1.303.917.8352
Office +1.303.301.3237
tmyers@aircell.com
SOURCE Aircell
Tom Myers, Director, Marketing, EBACE Mobile, +1-303-917-8352, or office,
+1-303-301-3237, tmyers@aircell.com
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