EBACE 2014: Satcom Direct enhances SD Flight Tracker

Satcom Direct’s SD Flight Tracker.

Satcom Direct’s improved SD Flight Tracker now has integrated position reports generated by Inmarsat SwiftBroadband and features richer mapping capability using Google Maps.

The global mapping solution graphically displays precise fleet coordinates.

Satcom Direct has exclusive access to this data from Inmarsat and blends it with position data received from other sources including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), NavCanada and Satcom Direct’s own FlightDeck Freedom datalink to provide the comprehensive flight tracking.

Scott Hamilton, Satcom Direct chief strategy officer, said: “SwiftBroadband is updated every two minutes compared with other sources.

“For some aircraft, this may be their only reliable source of position data. It allows our customers to track their aircraft worldwide and ensure they know its status at all times.

“SwiftBroadband position reports are available globally whereas some sources, including the FAA and NavCanada, are only available regionally.”

SD Flight Tracker also has been upgraded to use Google Maps, which provides advanced mapping capabilities including street level maps which are useful for helicopter tracking.

The SD Flight Tracker enhancements can now be accessed on any mobile device. Previously, it was only available on PCs.

More information: www.satcomdirect.com