On the eve of Aircraft Interiors Expo, ThinKom has unveiled its new antenna – the ThinAir Nexus.
The compact antenna allows airlines to rethink what is possible, giving efficiency, size, power, and flexibility in a package size similar to single-orbit electronically steered antenna (ESA) solutions.
Nexus matches the size and installation simplicity of ESAs, while besting them in performance and capabilities. Multi-orbit, multi-constellation, multi-provider flexibility is built in. Airlines can confidently choose Nexus knowing that it supports gigabit performance for GEO, MEO, and LEO constellations today, with the flexibility to add new networks in the future with a simple modem swap.
ThinKom’s patented VICTS technology allows for an open network architecture design, supporting satellite constellations in every orbit and delivering the most efficient communications available. This allows service providers to deliver guaranteed SLAs across high-density hubs and sovereign regions where single-constellation solutions might struggle or simply be unavailable.
The company’s VICTS hardware already supports existing GEO and NGSO constellations, including SES Open Orbits, Hughes JUPITER In-Flight, Telesat Lightspeed, and multiple sovereign networks. The orbit-agnostic Nexus provides a future-proof hardware solution that ensures long-term flexibility as satellite constellations evolve.
Airlines can choose from multiple modem options, depending on network needs.
Nexus also offers a simplified approach to installation, with just four lugs on the fuselage. ThinKom continues to work with both Airbus and Boeing to ensure compliance with current and next-generation line-fit and retrofit installation requirements. The compact size is also compelling for the regional jet market.
Commercial availability of ThinKom’s ThinAir Nexus antenna is expected in Q4 2027.
In Quotes
Jeff Sare, ThinKom’s Chief Commercial Officer, said:
“Airlines demand and deserve flexibility and reliability as they invest in inflight internet solutions,”
“Our new ThinAir Nexus solution delivers the most efficient and reliable multi-orbit, multi-constellation antenna to ever fly, now space-optimized for a smaller installation footprint.”
Mark Silk, Chief Executive Officer of ThinKom, added:
“We are excited to extend our position as the long-time industry leader in efficient antenna solutions,”
“Nexus delivers the reliability and performance we’ve always excelled at, now in a more compact footprint to ease installation and increase aircraft options.”
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