Viasat Hits 1,000th SwiftBroadband-Safety Aircraft, Targets 1,200 by End-2026
VSAT•Viasat has installed its SwiftBroadband-Safety service on its 1,000th aircraft, marking an average annual equipage growth of 42% since its 2018 launch. The company targets installation on over 1,200 aircraft by end-2026 and connects more than 12,000 cockpits globally across its aviation safety portfolio.
1. Milestone Achievement
Viasat installed its 1,000th SwiftBroadband-Safety adapter this month, reflecting strong airline adoption of satellite-enabled safety communications and operational resilience.
2. Service Capabilities
SwiftBroadband-Safety delivers certified global safety communications for ATC interactions and regulatory compliance via both ACARS and next-generation IP links, enabling real-time data services such as engine monitoring, weather updates and preventive maintenance.
3. Growth and Projections
Equipment take-up has grown at an average rate of 42% annually since 2018; the company aims to exceed 1,200 aircraft by end-2026, and its broader aviation safety portfolio now connects over 12,000 cockpits worldwide.
4. Strategic ATM Integration
The SB-S service underpins Viasat’s Iris air-traffic management program with ESA, designed to reduce flight delays, cut fuel consumption and lower environmental impact through satellite-based data links.
