High-speed Internet on the Pilatus PC-24
Pilatus raises the level of connectivity of the PC-24 by introducing Gogo Galileo as a factory-installed option, bringing high-speed global broadband to the only Super Versatile Jet on the market today for the first time. Thanks to the OneWeb satellite network in low orbit (LEO), the aircraft will guarantee a fast and very low latency connection anywhere in the world, with certifications already obtained from both the US FAA and the European EASA.
The novelty is not only technical but substantial: the cabin is transformed into a real work and entertainment space, capable of supporting video calls, cloud applications and streaming without interruption, responding to an increasingly widespread need among those who fly by jet for work.
An OEM Signature Integration
Particular attention has been paid to the engineering aspect: the shape and positioning of the antenna fairings have been designed to minimize aerodynamic drag, so as not to affect take-off, climb speed and cruising speed of the jet. The acoustic chapter has also been tackled upstream, with solutions designed to avoid unwanted noise, while weight and balance have been calibrated so as not to alter the overall balance of the aircraft: the result is an installation that integrates as if it were a native part of the project, not an accessory added later.
Performance Built to Last
Gogo Galileo stands out for its fast upload and download speeds, worldwide coverage and latency compatible with the most demanding work tools. The platform has been designed with the future of on-board technologies in mind, to continue to respond to passenger demands as on-board technologies evolve in the future. To complete the offer, flexible tariff plans and truly global coverage, designed for operators who want to offer an industry-leading standard of connectivity. The system, in addition to the new models, can also be installed on the PC-24 already delivered and in service.
Renovated cab, expanded comfort
At the same time, Pilatus has developed with Lufthansa Technik a new in-flight entertainment system, equipped with a ten-inch touch screen with a 3D map that follows the position of the jet in real time, four speakers - including a subwoofer -, mood lighting, USB ports and a space dedicated to multimedia storage, as well as Wi-Fi connection.
To complete the package comes an absolute exclusive for this category of aircraft: a large side sofa almost two meters long, which can be converted into a bed during the flight and equipped with an internal compartment to store cushions and blankets.
By the editorial staff, Avion Luxury Magazine
Text source and photo: Pilatus Aircraft Press
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