Blue Sky Network Powers Flight Communications For Rotorcraft Leasing Company's 100 Aircraft
La Jolla, CA - Blue Sky Network, the global logistics solution provider for two-way linking and managing transportation assets via satellite, recently announced that Rotorcraft Leasing Company selected Blue Sky Network's communication solution for its entire fleet of nearly 100 aircraft. Working seamlessly with SkyRouter, its robust online asset management portal, the D1000C and ACH1000 provide Rotorcraft with instant, reliable two-way messaging, information regarding all flight plans, and the exact locations of all aircraft for improved oil and gas support operations in the Gulf of Mexico and surrounding areas. The solution allows any authorized person at Rotorcraft to track and communicate with aircraft in flight.
By replacing the previous system of manual aircraft tracking, Blue Sky Network delivers to Rotorcraft a convenient, Iridium Satellite and GPS-enabled solution. The Blue Sky Network solution reduces Rotorcraft's reliance on its offshore radio network for manual location reporting by flight crews. Blue Sky Network also provides a consistent stream of data from each aircraft which Rotorcraft can use for a wide range of maintenance monitoring, operational control issues and billing functions.
"We firmly believe Blue Sky Network is the best choice for our satellite communication needs, as its solutions are reliable and surpass competing options," said Gerry Golden, vice president and general manager for Rotorcraft Leasing Company. "Blue Sky Network offers superior customer oriented service and a more user friendly flight tracking and dispatching solution and cockpit interface, which significantly ease and expand the reach of our operations."
"Being selected by Rotorcraft, the largest private operator in the Gulf of Mexico, is important validation of our solution and overall strategy. We know there are other flight tracking options available, and we are proud to have been chosen as the preferred solution provider," said Jon Gilbert, president, founder and CEO of Blue Sky Network. "We look forward to working closely with Rotorcraft to provide the most efficient and economic fleet operations possible."
The D1000C is a portable, GPS-equipped solution combining an Iridium transceiver and telemetry data link for near real-time fleet tracking and position reporting. Paired with the ACH1000 control head, Rotorcraft also has access to voice and two-way messaging connectivity between ground and flight crew.
The D1000C and ACH1000 solution, integrates seamlessly with SkyRouter, an interactive and secure online portal. SkyRouter works with Google Earth for asset tracking, communications and interactive updates on all fleets. The in-flight unit transmits reports from the remote assets directly to the site for review by operations or dispatch, providing a real-time view of asset locations.
SOURCE: Blue Sky Network