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NetJets picks Aircell for world's biggest fractional fleet

$News : NetJets picks Aircell for world's biggest fractional fleet$ July 29, 2010
Fractional aircraft ownership pioneer and market leader NetJets plans to equip more than 250 mid-size and large-cabin aircraft with Aircell High Speed Internet.

NetJets operates the world's largest private aviation fleet, comprising more than 800 aircraft. Aircell says the company plans to have all future fleet aircraft, including light cabin models, delivered from the factory with high speed internet service. Installations on existing aircraft start this month.

"With the internet at the center of business and personal lives, a full-speed connection has become an expected service for busy people who travel," says NetJets chairman and CEO David Sokol. "NetJets owners are some of the most accomplished and productive people in the world and I know they will appreciate the added option to stay connected while onboard their aircraft."

Aircell says its High Speed Internet will enable NetJets owners to access the internet with any Wi-Fi equipped laptop, notebook computer or other personal electronic device at speeds comparable to wireless mobile broadband on the ground. They will be able to send and receive real-time emails with attachments, transfer large files, connect to corporate VPNs, access online publications, listen to podcasts and download music.

"Aircell High Speed Internet will dramatically transform the travel experience for NetJets owners," says John Wade, Aircell's executive vice president and general manager. "Nothing increases inflight productivity like a rich Internet experience and no system in aviation is as fast, lightweight and affordable as Aircell High Speed Internet."

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