Rockwell Collins Introduces New Features to ARINCDirectSM Flight Operations System for Business Aviation Operators
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (June 30, 2015) – Rockwell Collins today announced a series of updates to its ARINCDirectSM Flight Operations System (FOS®), including the ability to integrate with new tools and the launch of a new vendor alliance charter management program.
“We’re focused on enhancing efficiency for flight departments as well as giving them access to the latest technology,” said Brian Kruger, senior director, Applications and Services for Rockwell Collins. “These enhancements will provide users with more functionality than ever before and allow them to realize the benefits of our comprehensive ARINCDirect flight support services offering.”
The latest FOS release features a more intuitive, mobile-friendly, touch-screen user interface for tablets and smart phones.
In addition, by being integrated with Rockwell Collins’ ARINCDirect safety management tools, FOS now provides access to flight risk assessment and fatigue risk management tools provided through the Pulsar Infomatics Aviation Fatigue Meter suite and the SAFE tool developed by Fatigue Risk Management Science Limited.
With these enhancements, customers can instantly identify fatigue hot spots across their scheduled operations, design effective fatigue migration strategies and view interactive data reports.
The company also launched the Rockwell Collins Vendor Alliance for Charter Management. The program allows charter operators who use FOS to make the marketplace aware of empty, transient and home base availability.
ARINCDirect is the single most comprehensive portfolio of flight support solutions in the business aviation industry. It offers its more than 3,500 flight support services customers around the globe the latest in intuitive flight planning using state-of-the-art online and mobile platforms; award-winning regional and international trip support; comprehensive weather services; a full spectrum of cabin connectivity options; and flexible and integrated flight operations and scheduling services.
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, simulation and training, and information management services is delivered by a global workforce, and a service and support network that crosses more than 150 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
