SmartSky, a provider of inflight air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity for business aviation, has announced Spectra Jet as a new sales and installation partner.
Located at Springfield/Beckley Municipal Airport in Springfield, Ohio, Spectra Jet is a Part 145 FAA Certified Repair Station that specialises in LearJet and Challenger airframes and can modify and install systems on any aircraft.
“Spectra Jet takes pride in serving the aviation community with the utmost in service, attention to standards and bringing the best to our customers,” said John Yegerlehner, president of Spectra Jet. “SmartSky is a natural fit as our inflight wi-fi partner, with its award-winning connectivity solutions that are the first to bring streaming-level performance to any size business aircraft. We look forward to enabling our customers to stay connected to whatever is most important, in real-time, via SmartSky.”
Established in 1998, Spectra Jet’s capabilities include airframe inspections, system troubleshooting, time change items, engine changes, and modifications, including in-house engineering to support installations. As a SmartSky dealer, its expanded capabilities allow installation of SmartSky Flagship for mid- to large-cabin aircraft, along with the award-winning SmartSky Lite, a streaming inflight wi-fi solution suitable for smaller business aircraft.
“We are proud to have Spectra Jet as a new sales and installation partner because of their expertise and commitment to excellence,” said Aria Bahawdory, director of MRO account management for SmartSky. “Being able to bring SmartSky’s next-generation capabilities to their customers will further enhance their status as a leader in enhancing LearJet and Challenger aircraft as well as upgrading any aircraft with the best of the best in cabin connectivity.”
SmartSky’s roster of certified aircraft, including LearJet and Challenger models, is growing fast with two STCs issued in June and July, plus many more first article installations either awaiting STC issuance or in progress.
