Astronics corporation introduces its wireless charging module for business aviation

Astronics corporation announced that its new wireless charging module (wcm) is now available to business aircraft and rotorcraft markets. astronics’ wcm provides wireless charging capability for passenger smart phones and other devices, and is ideal for both forward fit and aftermarket retrofit. introduced at last year’s aircraft interiors expo, the new wireless charging module has been adopted by numerous seat manufacturers to provide fast, safe charging for passenger electronic devices (peds) including smartphones. the wcm easily integrates into the aircraft cabin environment with placement options in passenger seats, furniture, or galleys, and provides quick charging of qi-enabled wireless devices. astronics’ empower® in-seat power is already the industry’s most adopted ped charging option with more than 280 airlines and business aircraft oems providing empower systems for their passengers and customers. the new wireless charging module represents an easy way to provide the convenience of wireless charging while creating a superior passenger experience. the 15 watt charger is qi (“chee”) certified and is compatible with the most popular mobile devices offered from apple®, samsung and others that are qi-enabled. astronics’ wcm is the only qi-certified wireless charging module available for aircraft, and it is already linefit offerable by both airbus and boeing. qi certification ensures safety through testing as well as device compatibility. the wcm is available now.
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