Row 44 Preparing to Introduce New Broadband Service for Airlines

Row 44 is preparing to launch new broadband communications system that it describes as compatible with a broad range of commercial aircraft types and sizes.

John Guidon, Row 44's CEO, says his private, California-based company intends to offer high-speed connectivity in the air has lagged behind broadband services that one takes for granted on the ground. "With Row 44's new broadband service, airline travelers can use their own WiFi compatible devices in the cabin - at true broadband speeds," according to Mr. Guidon.

The Row 44 system is based on Hughes technology and HughesNet broadband service that uses an existing Ku-band satellite system.

When the product is available - in the first quarter of 2008 according to its Website - it will provide 100 percent coverage of North America including Alaska through the southernmost tip of Mexico. The company is planning to expand into Europe, the Middle East, South America and Asia, and over the oceans, in later phases.  04-27-2007.

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