As my flying routine typically involves cramped middle seats on bargain commercial flights, the thought of actual high-speed Internet at cruising altitude is about as realistic as finding the treasure of Oak Island. So, when SmartSky invited me on a recent flight to test its 4G LTE network over Florida, I was skeptical at best that I’d be able to stream a movie or FaceTime my family, as they’d promised me before boarding a Citation Excel at the Satcom Direct hangar in Melbourne.
Can SmartSky Deliver on its Lofty High-Speed Connectivity Promise?
Key Takeaways:
- SmartSky's 4G LTE network successfully demonstrated high-speed, "office-like Internet" during an in-flight test, allowing users to stream video, make FaceTime calls, and manage multiple devices simultaneously.
- The network delivered robust performance with low latency and strong security, enabling seamless connectivity comparable to ground-based internet.
- SmartSky aims to provide uninterrupted connectivity from the ground to the sky, with a nationwide launch planned and partnerships established for hardware sales, installation, and customer support.
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