SITAONAIR
In-flight telecommunications company
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SITAONAIR is an in-flight telecommunications company that provides onboard connectivity services enabling airline passengers to use personal devices for services such as mobile messaging and internet access, and (where permitted) mobile voice calls.[1]
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| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Telecommunications, Aviation |
| Predecessor | OnAir |
| Headquarters | , |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Parent | SITA |
| Website | www |
History
The business was established in 2005 as OnAir, a joint venture between SITA and Airbus, created to develop and market passenger connectivity services including GSM and internet access on aircraft.[2] In 2013, Airbus exited the venture by selling its remaining stake to SITA, making OnAir a wholly owned SITA subsidiary.[3] In 2015, SITA and OnAir announced a combined organization branded SITA OnAir (stylised SITAONAIR) focused on connected-aircraft solutions for airlines.[4]
Services
SITAONAIR provides aircraft connectivity services for both passenger communications and airline operational use.[5]
Passenger connectivity
OnAir-branded services have included:
- Internet OnAir, providing onboard internet access for passengers using their own devices.[6]
- Mobile OnAir, providing onboard GSM-based connectivity for mobile devices (for services such as messaging and mobile data, and in some cases voice calls).[7]
Airlines may choose to restrict onboard voice calls while still allowing messaging and data services.[8]
Aircraft and airline operations
In addition to passenger services, SITAONAIR has offered aircraft communications and data services intended to support airline operations, including cockpit and air traffic management-related connectivity and infrastructure solutions.[9]