AirCell Axxess II to Be Optional on Hawker 750 and 900XP

AirCell's Axxess satellite communications system will be offered as an option on new Hawker 900XPs and Hawker 750s, based on a STC (supplemental type certificate) developed by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation's designated alteration station at Little Rock.

AirCell describes Axxess as a family of multi-channel, satcom systems aimed at medium-to-large business aircraft that were designed with a "network neutral" philosophy, meaning they can be more easily upgraded as new technologies and links - such as broadband - become available.  (See related story.)

Axxess comes standard with two built-in channels of Iridium satellite communications for worldwide voice services with full PBX (private branch exchange) functionality.  Also standard are AirCell's new, handsets with large, color displays and noise reduction technology, and standard ear bud/headset jacks.

Its wireless capabilities include a full 802.11b/g Wi-Fi "hotspot" which, when paired with a broadband connection, such as Inmarsat or AirCell broadband (coming in 2008), can be used to with personal laptops and other devices.  Integrated expansion ports will allow up to two additional Iridium channels if desired.  10-08-2007.

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