Former Continental Airlines CEO Joins Row 44s Board
March 9, 2010
Westlake Village, CA (March 9, 2010)—Row 44, Inc., the leading provider of satellite-based in-flight Wi-Fi, announced today that Larry Kellner, former Chairman and CEO of Continental Airlines, has joined the company’s Board of Directors.
Row 44 Selects AeroSat Antenna for its Airborne Broadband System
sep 14, 2007
Westlake Village, CA (September 14, 2007) Row 44 today announced it has chosen AeroSat to provide the satellite antenna and additional RF components for Row 44's Broadband System for commercial aircraft. Under the agreement, AeroSat will provide 2-way KU antennas and High Power Amplifiers (HPA) for use in Row 44's system. The system will also leverage AeroSat's low-loss radome which is operating on over 20 aircraft types and has been installed by most major installation facilities.
Alaska Airlines Working With Row 44 to Launch Inflight Wireless Internet Service
Sep 18th 2007 12:00AM
TORONTO Alaska Airlines today announced it plans to launch inflight wireless Internet service next year based on Row 44's satellite-based broadband connectivity solution. Alaska made the announcement in Toronto at the 28th Annual World Airline Entertainment Association Conference and Exhibition. The airline will test Row 44's system on a next-generation Boeing 737 aircraft in spring 2008 and, based on the trial's outcome, plans to equip its 114-aircraft fleet.
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Row 44 Announces Support for Airbus and Embraer Planes
Sep 19th 2007 12:00AM
Toronto, Canada (September 19, 2007) Row 44 today announced that its initial service rollout of its airborne broadband system, in the first half of 2008, will include support for the Airbus 320 and the Embraer 190 regional jet. This support is in addition to previously announced support of all models of Boeing Corporation 737 aircraft, including the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).
Southwest Chooses Row 44
Jan 23rd 2008 7:30AM
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES BRINGING THE INTERNET TO THE SKY VIA SATELLITE
DALLAS Jan. 23, 2008 Southwest Airlines will be the first US carrier to test satellite-delivered broadband Internet access on multiple aircraft. With this innovation, Southwest Customers with a wi-fi enabled device will have full access to the Internet including e-mail, music, shopping, and virtual private networks (VPN) via a high-speed connection. Southwest Airlines is partnering with Southern California-based Row 44 and hopes to begin testing Internet capabilities on four aircraft this summer.
"Southwest Airlines is pleased to announce its partnership with Row 44, and we intend to deliver the highest bandwidth available to commercial airlines in the United States," said Dave Ridley, Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President of Marketing. "Southwest's selection of satellite technology will offer a more robust experience for more Customers per aircraft versus other solutions available in the marketplace."
"Southwest is looking for the best solution for our Customers not only for Internet e-mail access, but for additional inflight entertainment as well," Ridley said. "We look forward to exploring this cutting-edge technology with Row 44 and hope this will keep our Customers productive and entertained inflight.
"We are excited to partner with Southwest Airlines to keep passengers informed, in touch, and entertained," said Gregg Fialcowitz, President of Row 44. "This service will set the standard for excellence in inflight connectivity."
After almost 37 years of service, Southwest Airlines continues to differentiate itself from other airlines offering low fares and a reliable product with impeccable Customer Service.
Key Row 44 Components in Certification
Jan 31st 2008 12:00AM
SAN DIEGO, Calif. 31 January, 2008 AP Labs, Inc. an industry leader in design and manufacture of rugged enclosures and airborne computer systems is pleased to announce that it has met a major milestone in the development program for the Row 44 In-flight Satellite Broadband System. Certification testing commenced this month for the Server Management Unit (SMU) and Modem Data Unit (MDU), which are key elements of the new system provide in-flight Internet connectivity, entertainment, and airline operational data services for commercial airline passengers.
AP Labs was selected by Row 44, Inc of Westlake Village, CA, to design and manufacture these sub-systems based on similar experience in the commercial and military aerospace business. The test phase of this program is expected to reach completion with FAA airworthiness certification in Spring 2008.
The Row 44 system leverages an existing high capacity Ku-band satellite system, already operational worldwide. Row 44's low-profile antenna is mounted to the top of the fuselage, and system LRUs are installed in the interior of the aircraft above the passenger cabin. Passenger access to the system will be supported by two or more cabin wireless LAN units, depending on the size and configuration of the aircraft.
Unlike competing air-to-ground services, Row 44's satellite-based system is designed to function over land, water and across international borders, enabling service to both domestic and international carriers. Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines have announced that they will test Row 44 system later this year.
"The SMU and MDU are mission critical components of the Row 44 system" says Andy Mason, VP ofProduct Development for AP Labs. “AP Labs is excited to be part of the team involved in the design and deployment of this new capability for commercial aviation."
About Row 44
Row 44 is the fast, global, fleet-wide solution for inflight broadband services – high-speed Internet, video entertainment, cell phone support, and airline operational services. The system offers wide- body, narrow-body and even regional jet support along with flexible service deployment options. And its cost effective because installation is quick, the hardware is light, and the service leverages existing satellite networks.
About AP Labs, Inc. AP Labs is a premier supplier of rugged enclosures, real-time and integrated system solutions for the defense, aerospace and commercial markets. AP Labs provides a single point of contact for design, test and support of complex turnkey solutions and specializes in the development and manufacture of rugged systems for embedded computer applications that require a COTS approach.
Founded in 1985, AP Labs has developed a reputation for successfully providing customers with products and capabilities designed to reduce project schedule, risk and cost. AP Labs systems and enclosures are deployed on submarines, surface ships, aircraft (manned & unmanned) and ground mobile platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, California, and can be found on the web at www.aplabs.com.
Justine Johnson, Marketing Communications, AP Labs, 10864 Thornmint Road, San Diego, CA 92127
Tel: 858-674-2850 x105, Fax: 858-674-2869, Email: justine@aplabs.com
Row 44 Secures $21 Million Equity Investment
May 19th 2008 12:00AM
Westlake Village, CA (May 19, 2008) Row 44, the leading provider of airborne broadband systems for commercial aviation, announced today that it has closed a financing of over $21 million. PAR Capital Management led the round.
"Row 44 continues to execute on plan," said John Guidon, Row 44 Chief Executive Officer. "We could not have asked for a more industry knowledgeable investor than PAR Capital's Ed Shapiro, and we welcome him to our board."
"We are excited about the opportunity to invest in this cutting-edge technology," said Ed Shapiro, Vice President of PAR Capital. "Having covered the Airline and Media/Entertainment Industries for nearly 18 years, I have long believed that there would be an opportunity for airline passengers around the globe to cost-effectively receive in-flight broadband access. Row 44, together with its technology and initial airline partners, has developed an impressive business model and we look forward to the upcoming launch of its service."
Row 44 is scheduled to perform commercial trials with Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines in North America this summer. The funds raised will be used to expand operations and facilitate the global rollout of the company's in-flight communications system.
Row 44 is the fast, global, fleet-wide solution for in-flight broadband services : high-speed Internet, video entertainment, cell phone roaming, and airline operational in-flight communications. The Row 44 system offers wide-body, narrow-body and regional jet support along with flexible service deployment options. Adding Row 44's service to a fleet is cost effective because installation is quick, the hardware is light, and the service leverages existing satellite networks.
Norwegian Air Shuttle to Provide High-Speed Broadband for its Passengers and Crew
April 27th 2009
Airline will begin outfitting its fleet with in-flight Wi-Fi from Row 44 later this year.
