Greenpoint Technologies Announces First VIP 787‐8 Ku‐Band Antenna Installation

Greenpoint Technologies, a Zodiac Aerospace Company, installs the first VIP 787‐8 Ku‐Band antenna provisions for inflight connectivity and offers this modification to other 787 completion providers.

Greenpoint continues to be a pioneer in the industry and announces the first installation of a Ku‐Band antenna on a VIP 787‐8 Dreamliner. Greenpoint will be installing another Ku‐Band antenna on their second VIP 787‐8 in November 2015.

“The composite fuselage designed by Boeing for the 787 Dreamliner presents many new challenges to those who primarily work with traditional aluminum skinned aircraft. There is a steep learning curve to understand the complexities of the new composite material, including processes for penetration, bonding, and the need for specialized tooling; all of which are taken for granted with standard aluminum skins,” states Greenpoint VP of Engineering, Bruce Kay.

Greenpoint offers the provisions installation, based on the 787‐8 Ku‐Band antenna Boeing Service Bulletin, to modification centers around the world. Greenpoint’s experience helps reduce the risk of damage during critical skin modifications while keeping cost and schedule to a minimum.