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Honeywell Aerospace launches next-generation inflight connectivity platform for business jet operators
JetWave X unlocks the full power of Viasat’s network, including the ViaSat-3 and GX satellites, delivering up to 300 Mbps download speed, global coverage
PHOENIX, October 20, 2026 – Honeywell Aerospace (Nasdaq: HONA) today announced JetWave X, the company's next-generation inflight connectivity platform for business aviation, has entered into service and is now available to order directly and through authorized channel partners.
“Business jet owners, operators, flight crews and passengers all benefit from JetWave X’s uninterrupted global connectivity,” said Adam Sheppard, general manager, Services and Connectivity at Honeywell Aerospace. “As the need for high-speed data increases, JetWave X enables aircraft operators to deliver an internet experience that more closely resembles what users expect at home or in the office.”
JetWave X seamlessly connects to Viasat’s Ka-band network, including the ViaSat-3 and Global Xpress satellites, offering greater global capacity than ever before. The system’s open architecture is also designed to take advantage of the network’s continued growth as future satellites enter service.
“The partnership between Honeywell Aerospace and Viasat is raising the bar for consistent, reliable, high-performance connectivity in business aviation,” said Claudio D’Amico, vice president of OEMs, partners and fleets, business aviation at Viasat. “JetWave X is the first terminal able to use our full network: the in-service ViaSat-3 constellation, which has tripled the bandwidth available across Viasat’s network, together with the proven global coverage of our GX satellites. For customers, that means even more capacity, uncapped speeds and increased network prioritization for an enhanced connectivity experience wherever they fly.”
The platform includes Advanced Data Control (ADC), a smart connectivity management system that combines multiple satellite and air-to-ground links at different orbital altitudes — geostationary orbit (GEO), medium earth orbit (MEO), highly elliptical orbit (HEO) and future low earth orbit (LEO) — into one optimized onboard network. ADC automatically prioritizes traffic by application type, ensures uninterrupted service through intelligent network switching and tailors bandwidth for different user groups like VIPs, crew and guests. It reacts in real time to outages or coverage gaps, delivering the best available connection for every activity — whether streaming, video calls or mission-critical tasks.
Upgrading aircraft to JetWave X is fast and affordable because in most cases it uses existing Ka-band radomes and wiring. Current JetWave customers also benefit from a simple upgrade path with a trade-in program when moving to JetWave X.
Business jet owners and operators can now place orders for JetWave X and work directly with Honeywell Aerospace and authorized channel partners to determine availability for their specific aircraft model and installation timeline. As the service rollout progresses, operators can also check the supplemental type certificate (STC) status for their aircraft to understand certification availability and installation readiness.
To learn more about JetWave X, click here.
About Honeywell Aerospace
Honeywell Aerospace (Nasdaq: HONA) is an independent global aerospace and defense company whose critical technologies are broadly deployed on the world's leading commercial air transport, business aviation, defense and space platforms. These integrated solutions enable safer, more efficient, and more reliable missions. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the company employs more than 36,000 people globally and supports more than 10,000 customers. With a broad portfolio spanning avionics and navigation systems, engines and power systems, and control systems for aircraft, Honeywell Aerospace combines deep engineering expertise and an unrelenting commitment to quality to drive innovation and long-term value for the aerospace industry. For more information, visit honeywellaerospace.com or follow Honeywell Aerospace Technologies on LinkedIn.
