Iridium, Icarus premiere satellite communication system. (News).

RCR Wireless News, November, 2001

ARLINGTON, Va.--Iridium Satellite L.L.C. and Icarus Instruments Inc. announced the availability of the SatTalk II, a satellite-based aeronautical voice and data communications system. All voice and data communications are transmitted from the aircraft's fixed Iridium antenna to the Iridium satellite constellation.

The Motorola Satellite Series 9505 portable phone fits into a docking station within the aircraft, and can be easily removed for use on the ground, the companies said. Flight crewmembers can use aviation headsets to place and receive calls while simultaneously monitoring air, traffic control communications. Passengers in quiet cabins may use a lightweight headset with boom microphone or telephone handset. SatTalk II equipment is...

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