Air-to-ground (ATG) connectivity provider SmartSky Networks has named Hillsboro Aviation and Haggan Aviation as sales and installation partners. Both new partners offer full MRO services, including connectivity upgrades for business aircraft with SmartSky next-generation ATG connectivity.
“The premium travel experience our customers demand requires high-performance inflight connectivity, which is why we wanted to partner with SmartSky,” said Hillsboro Aviation COO Ryan McCartney. “We are getting more and more frequent requests for a proven option for better Wi-Fi, and the buzz in the marketplace is that SmartSky is delivering it.”
Hillsboro Aviation operates at Oregon's Portland–Hillsboro Airport (KHIO), where it has provided complete helicopter and airplane support since its inception in 1980.
Meanwhile, Haggan Aviation, which operates at Denver Centennial Airport (KAPA), is the largest certified FAA Part 145 repair station in the Southwest region and offers full airframe, engine, avionics, paint, and interior capabilities. The company lays claim to particular expertise in Hawker and Learjet airframes.
“Haggan Aviation’s aircraft maintenance capabilities and expertise are well-known in the region,” said Aria Bahawdory, director of MRO account management for SmartSky. “Because SmartSky has current first article installation projects in progress on the Hawker 800/850/900, as well as follow-on installations on the Lear 60, Haggan is a perfect addition to our dealer network.”