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Press Release

Issued by Latitude Technologies.

September 26, 2018

Latitude SkyNode S200 and IONode FDM receives FAA STC AML for Part 23 aircraft

Latitude Technologies, the premier global supplier of flight data monitoring, flight following and satcom solutions, has received an FAA supplemental type certificate (STC) with an approved model list (AML) for Part 23 aircraft. The approval has been issued for Latitude's SkyNode S200 suite of satellite communication and tracking solutions as well the key component necessary for operators looking to develop a flight data monitoring (FDM) and safety management programme.

The extensive list of aircraft included on the Part 23 AML contains a variety of models ranging from the Embraer Phenom 100/300 executive jet to the Pilatus PC-12 turboprop to the Air Tractor AT-802 for aerial firefighting. To support pressurized aircraft installations Latitude offers an additional library of antenna installation STCs.

The STC further supports the installation of the IONode flight data monitoring (FDM) system, which is capable of providing fully automated data gathering and distribution, real-time alerting for flight operations and maintenance quality assurance, including fuel management programmes.