Air Inuit has selected TrooTrax Mission from SkyTrac Systems to modernise its operational control centre and meet evolving regulatory requirements. The deployment enhances operational visibility and supports alignment with Global Aeronautical Distress Safety System recommendations set by the International Civil Aviation Organization.

The carrier becomes the second Canadian operator to adopt the platform, deploying it as its primary flight following system across a fleet of 40 aircraft and helicopters. A dual-source tracking architecture combines ADS-B position reporting with Iridium connectivity, improving redundancy and enabling high-resolution tracking through one-minute position updates and configurable intervals.

“Maintaining clear visibility across our operations is essential, particularly in the regions we serve,” says Stéphane Rousseau, vice president of IT at Air Inuit. “TrooTrax Mission will enhance how our OCC monitors and manages flights in real-time. The software's ability to integrate flight plans, support dual-source tracking and provide timely alerts gives our team greater insight into our operations while remaining cost-effective. This upgrade also positions us to stay ahead of the emerging GADSS requirements in Canada; thus, future proofing our fleet.”

Alongside the software deployment, Air Inuit will install ISAT-200A satellite communication terminals across its fleet, using SkyTrac supplemental type certificates to streamline integration. The upgrade standardises avionics and supports consistent operations across aircraft types including DHC6, DHC3, DHC8, Boeing 737 and King Air B300, as well as AStar 350 and Bell 407 helicopters.

The ISAT-200A system enables OOOI reporting and provides alerts for terminal deactivation or failure, strengthening operational awareness. Additional tools within TrooTrax Mission include flight plan ingestion, route-based tracking and automated alerts for deviations or overdue aircraft, supporting more informed decision-making within the OCC.