Sky Connect's Iridium-based voice and tracking communications system has been selected by Air Methods, the largest provider of emergency air medical transportation and medical services, to be installed on aircraft in the company's fleet.
Sky Connect's TRACKER system enables helicopter dispatch centers to follow aircraft progress in real time. The system sends secure position, altitude, airspeed and heading data plus other operational status reports selected by the crew.
The system selected by Air Methods includes an 11-position dialer that reduces cockpit workload by enabling the crew to select pre-set numbers for faster direct voice communications. The system also permits the use of night-vision goggles for safer operations at night. Air Methods provides air medical services to hospitals and communities in 42 states.
"We are delighted that Air Methods has chosen to partner with Sky Connect. The reliability of the robust 66-satellite Iridium network assures operators of receiving automated aircraft status reports at all times," said Wiley Loughran, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Sky Connect. "Because air ambulance operators frequently fly in highly remote locations, continual automatic tracking and voice communications is essential for the safety of the aircraft and its occupants."
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About Sky Connect LLC
Sky Connect offers a range of satellite-based tracking, text messaging, and telephone systems for airborne, ground-based, and marine applications in both the commercial and government markets. Sky Connect provides automated flight tracking with true worldwide coverage. Aircraft phone systems support headset interfaces plus corded or cordless handsets. Sky Connect uses the Iridium satellite network for complete Earth coverage and mission effectiveness.
Air Methods Corporation
Air Methods Corporation (http://www.airmethods.com) is a leader in emergency aeromedical transportation and medical services. The Hospital Based Services Division is the largest provider of air medical transport services for hospitals. The Community Based Services Division is one of the largest community-based providers of air medical services. The Products Division specializes in the design and manufacture of aeromedical and aerospace technology. The Company's fleet of owned, leased or maintained aircraft features over 200 helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.
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