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Honeywell Expands GoDirect Datalink Testing
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The system gives pilots a final verification that they are appropriately equipped for FANS.
Subject Area
Business Aviation
Channel
Avionics
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The system gives pilots a final verification that they are appropriately equipped for FANS.
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Honeywell has launched a new service as part of its GoDirect Datalink offerings that allows aircraft operators to run tests of their new Future Air Navigation System (FANS) installations. This helps operators and pilots verify FANS performance before departure.


Pilots can schedule testing with GoDirect Flight Service, which provides a preflight FANS check, inflight testing, and troubleshooting support. According to Honeywell, “The system also provides a final, additional verification by giving pilots a report showing results and required communication performance before they fly.”


No additional hardware is required to participate in the FANS test, just the GoDirect Datalink service. This service provides worldwide datalink communications, including free text messaging, pre-departure clearances, oceanic clearances, terminal weather information, custom short codes, and Controller Pilot Data Link Communication.

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Matt Thurber
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Avionics
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