Davinci Jets Services has completed a first-article installation of the SmartSky LITE system on a Citation CJ4 aircraft. The STC for the CJ4 is expected to be issued in the second quarter. SmartSky is a provider of inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business aviation.
The project is the fourth SmartSky first-of-type installation completed by Davinci Jets Services, a full-service MRO and FAA Part 135 charter firm operated by North Carolina-based aircraft management firm Davinci Jets.
The recent and in-progress installations by Davinci are part of a previously announced agreement to install SmartSky inflight connectivity on the majority of the firm’s managed fleet by the end of 2024.
Eric Legvold, CEO of Davinci, indicated that following each installation he looks forward to hearing from users who are enjoying SmartSky’s continuously connected inflight experience for the first time. “Pilots, owners and passengers are constantly telling us they are astounded by the inflight performance of SmartSky, including connecting as many devices as they want without worrying about diminished performance,” said Legvold. “After so many years of hearing customer complaints about their inflight connectivity, it’s gratifying to be able to provide a proven solution and hear this kind of feedback. More customers are moving through Davinci’s pipeline, including both managed and external clients. We have the capacity to increase our pace in order to provide all sizes of business aircraft with the best ATG system upgrade on the market.”
“Davinci’s stellar aircraft management and MRO expertise play a crucial role in delivering the best possible flying experience to everyone on board,” said Aria Bahawdory, director of MRO account management at SmartSky Networks. “The flawless execution of the CJ4 installation underscores their high proficiency in SmartSky system upgrades. We look forward to the continued growth of our partnership and their expertise in delivering elevated capabilities to the industry.”
SmartSky continues to expand its roster of certified airframes, with STCs covering more than 6,000 in-service aircraft and in-progress projects for nearly 10,000 additional tails.
