Many of the commercial airlines, defense and government agencies, maritime operators, enterprises in rural areas would have little to no dependable broadband connectivity particularly in isolated or mobile locations like ships, airplanes, or rural areas. Distant businesses might be cut off from global markets, airlines might struggle to offer in-flight Wi-Fi, and defense teams might not be able to communicate in real time. In critical industries, this lack of connectivity can reduce efficiency, safety, competitiveness, and customer satisfaction. Viasat's global, multi-orbit satellite network fills in the gaps left by traditional networks' inability to offer reliable, scalable, and secure connection.

High-speed satellite broadband and secure connectivity solutions are the areas of expertise for the multinational communications corporation Viasat. Established in 1986, Viasat provides dependable internet and network services to clients in the business, residential, maritime, aviation, and defense sectors where particularly in remote and difficult-to-reach areas. Its advanced digital platforms, ground infrastructure, and multi-orbit satellite network provide for seamless worldwide coverage. Viasat supports mission-critical operations, improves in-flight and distant connection, and contributes to closing the global digital gap with an importance on scalability, security, and performance. The company is dedicated to using resilient and sustainable technology to influence the direction of international communications in the future.

Services by Viasat Inc

Multi- orbit Network

One of the most modern multi-orbit satellite networks is provided by Viasat, Inc. and was created to satisfy the particular connectivity requirements of the aviation sector. Their strategy integrates their own space and ground assets with a number of satellite orbits, including terrestrial, non-geostationary, and geostationary (GSO) networks. No matter where an aircraft flies, this multi-band, multi-orbit technology provides reliable, worldwide coverage.

The service offers aviation markets constant, unbroken internet connectivity by intelligently managing and integrating these many network assets in real time. By addressing the drawbacks of depending solely on one network, this adaptable design offers improved bandwidth efficiency, scalability, and durability. The company helps airlines and operators transform in-flight Wi-Fi into a competitive commercial advantage by providing digital platforms that go beyond basic connectivity. This includes operational AI to maximize flight operations and safety, sophisticated cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, and methods for making money off of passenger internet access. In addition to addressing today's problems, their solutions are made to be future-ready, which includes becoming ready for dangers like quantum computing.

This multi-orbit network service provides the aviation sector with dependable, secure, and intelligent connectivity that revolutionizes passenger experience and operational efficiency globally by consistently improving and updating their technology based on tight customer engagement.

Satellite Fleet

The foundation of Viasat's multi-orbit connectivity network is its global fleet of satellites. The fleet, which includes robust S-band and L-band satellites that provide speed and resilience, as well as high-capacity Ka-band satellites, was built to satisfy growing internet demands across industries, including aviation. This satellite system is a component of a larger ecosystem that combines partner technologies, network virtualization, and Viasat's own space assets.  The end result is a scalable and open infrastructure that can provide dependable, constant communication wherever in the world.

In addition to more recent and upcoming systems like ViaSat-3, which will greatly expand global capacity, Viasat's fleet consists of satellites that are now in operation, such as ViaSat-1, ViaSat-2, KA-SAT, and WildBlue-1. The network's coverage and operational flexibility are increased by additional partner satellites, such as Anik F2, Global Xpress, and regional solutions like S-EAN.  This vast fleet offers dependable, fast connections across long distances and remote areas, supporting vital in-flight communications and internet for industries like aviation. The Viasat network is designed to provide reliable service under varying circumstances by adapting to various frequency bands and orbits, satisfying present and future digital demands.

Ground Network

Viasat's ground network serves as the vital conduit between space and the planet, supporting its global multi-orbit satellite system. In order to maximize satellite coverage, data routing, and service availability, this network is constructed on a distributed architecture of Satellite Access Nodes (SANs), which are positioned strategically throughout the world. Hundreds of small gateways make up the ground network, which is intended to provide high-capacity, high-speed communication with inherent redundancy. Viasat reduces the need for on-site server infrastructure, backup systems, and significant power and cooling requirements by shifting a large number of data processing tasks to neighboring data centers. This design minimizes environmental and physical demands while increasing efficiency and scalability.

The ground network is coupled with network functions virtualization (NFV) and software-defined networking (SDN) to further improves performance. As satellite demand increases and user demands change, these technologies allow for quick modifications to traffic loads, system capacity, and service delivery. This terrestrial network guarantees dependable, responsive, and scalable satellite communications in the enterprise, maritime, and aviation sectors. Viasat's ground infrastructure is a key component of the company's multi-orbit strategy as, in conjunction with its satellite fleet; it allows continuous global connection that adjusts to changing operating needs.

About Mark Dankberg

Mark Dankberg is the Co-founder of Viasat, Inc. and currently serves as its CEO and the Chairman of the Board. He has led Viasat to become one of the fastest-growing tech businesses in America and is a recognized leader in satellite, aerospace, and defense technologies. In addition to serving on numerous national and international advisory bodies, such as the UN Broadband Commission and the President's National Security Telecom Advisory Committee, Dankberg is a member of the National Academy of Engineering. In addition to being inducted into the Society of Satellite Professionals Hall of Fame and receiving the APSCC Lifetime Achievement Award, he has won other accolades for his leadership and inventiveness.

"With Viasat Inc.’s high-speed, global software-defined network (SDN) and use of Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), its ground network helps clients meet the demands of high-capacity satellite systems and evolving connectivity needs."

“Visat’s advanced application hosting and ecosystem of partners enables airlines to effortlessly integrate and manage a wide range of connected solutions, further enhancing the passenger experience.”