Honeywell has announced that its JetWave X satellite communication system has been chosen by L3Harris Technologies (L3Harris) to upgrade the U.S. Army’s Airborne Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare System (ARES), providing troops with enhanced global connectivity.
With JetWave X, the U.S. Army will be able to transmit mission-critical data at significantly higher speeds than previously possible, while maintaining continuous connectivity thanks to the system’s robust, multi-network architecture.
ARES, a demonstrator aircraft owned and operated by L3Harris, is a Bombardier Global 6000/6500-class business jet equipped with advanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance technologies that reflect the future of airborne military capability.
Honeywell has supported ARES over several years in partnership with L3Harris, underscoring both companies’ commitment to delivering cutting-edge, dependable solutions to support U.S. Army operations. The partnership also reflects Honeywell’s strategic focus on key global trends, including the future of aviation.
“Today’s pilots need access to real-time data with uninterrupted connectivity to make mission-critical decisions,” said Matt Milas, President, Defence and Space, Honeywell Aerospace Technologies. “Honeywell is proud to provide ARES with JetWave X, the only multi-network satellite communications system for government aviation that seamlessly connects to the Inmarsat Global Xpress, ViaSat-3 and other Ka-band constellations.”
JetWave X builds on the success of Honeywell’s JetWave™ SATCOM system, offering simplified installation, increased flexibility across service networks, and the ability to connect to any Viasat Ka-band satellite. Its open architecture also ensures it remains compatible with future Ka-band networks, making it a truly network-agnostic solution.
