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Viasat’s commercial service for its in-flight solution is expected to launch in 2028.
Viasat plans to commercialize its new in-flight connectivity solution called Viasat Amara.
Viasat Amara features a dual-beam phased array antenna that enhances access to video calling and video streaming.
Viasat is collaborating with United Launch Alliance and Boeing Space teams for the ViaSat-3 F2 launch.
Viasat expects to roll out the Amara service commercially in 2028.
Once in service, ViaSat-3 Flight 2 is expected to more than double the bandwidth capacity of Viasat’s entire existing fleet.
Viasat aims to help airline customers maximize connectivity's potential for brand loyalty and growth.
Viasat's next-generation in-flight connectivity solution is the Viasat Aera terminal, part of Viasat Amara.
The connectivity was enabled by 3GPP standards-based NTN RAN and CORE infrastructure from Skylo, a Viasat ecosystem partner.
The demonstration showcased smartphones sending and receiving messages over Viasat’s I-4 F3 satellite using 3GPP Non-Terrestrial Network standards.
Viasat announced its collaboration with Space42, a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company, to form Equatys for enabling global direct-to-device services.
Viasat demonstrated satellite connectivity, including SMS and push-to-talk capabilities, using the HMD Offgrid device and the Bullitt application.
Viasat’s demonstration exemplifies satellite to mobile phone connectivity feasibility in Mexico.
Viasat's usage of licensed satellite spectrum enables collaboration with mobile network operators for future services without interfering with terrestrial networks.
Viasat's commercial service for the in-flight solution is expected to begin in 2028.
Viasat Amara features a dual-beam phased array antenna that improves access to video calling and video streaming.
Viasat has completed successful direct-to-device demonstrations in India, the Middle East, Brazil, and Hawaii.
Pre-flight testing is underway for the ViaSat-3 F2 commercial satellite deployment mission.
Viasat is a founding member of the Mobile Satellite Services Association to advance open architecture standards-based direct-to-device connectivity.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is responsible for improving in-flight streaming and video calling through the Viasat Amara project.