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SmartSky Networks, based in North Carolina`s Research Triangle, was formed in 2011 by senior telecommunications and aviation executives seeking to transform aviation through disruptive communications technologies and related tools. Working with leading aerospace and technology partners, SmartSky is rolling out its innovative air-to-ground network. The network takes advantage of patented spectrum reuse, advanced beamforming technologies and 60 MHz of spectrum for significantly enhanced connectivity. SmartSky`s network uniquely enables a productive experience in the air similar to on the ground, including unmatched capacity for data transmissions both to and from the aircraft. This real-time, low latency, bidirectional data link makes SmartSky the best in-flight user experience, and a key enabler for the new and enhanced apps, services, and hardware.
Pratt & Whitney designs, manufactures and services the world`s most advanced aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems for commercial, military and business aircraft. Headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, the business has 36,000 employees globally and in 2020 had net sales of $17.2 billion. Pratt & Whitney is one of four businesses that form Raytheon Technologies Corporation.
The United States Space Force is a new branch of the Armed Forces that organizes, trains, and equips space forces in order to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and to provide space capabilities to the joint force.
Founded in 2002, Apollo Aviation Group is a multi-strategy alternative investment firm specializing in commercial aviation investing. We are one of the world`s leading managers in our area of expertise, creating and extracting value by investing in mid-life and mature commercial aircraft and engines. Apollo Aviation Group currently operates several institutionally-focused private equity funds in respect of its commercial aircraft leasing and part-out investment strategy. Building off of our successful private equity platform, in 2013 we introduced AAG Capital Markets LLC, which invests in aviation-related securities through hedge funds, long only funds, and separately managed accounts. With offices in Miami, Dublin and Singapore,we are confident our firm is well positioned as a predominant aviation investment manager.
Champion is a Cincinnati, OH-based company in the Manufacturing sector.