IRIDIUM introduced Certus inflight connectivity service (uses L-band satellite frequencies) as complement to Ka/Ku band services for commercial aircraft pax cabin connectivity and as primary service for small-to-mid-size business jets.
SAFRAN agreed to acquire Collins Aerospace's actuation and flight control activities for cash based on $1.8b enterprise value; business has eight facilities in Europe (France/UK/Italy) and Asia and includes MRO and engineering capabilities.
