What Latitude Technologies does

Latitude Technologies Corporation is a Canadian avionics design and manufacturing firm founded in 2001 and headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, operating as a subsidiary within the ACR Group (Drew Marine UK Holdings) aviation portfolio. The company builds Iridium-satellite-based avionics hardware — including the DL150 Satellite Data Unit (for FANS 1/A+, CPDLC, ADS-C, ACARS), SkyNode S200/S200-012 transceivers, IONode flight data recorders, ENode engine data acquisition units, and the TCDU display unit — paired with two web-based SaaS platforms: Latitude Flight Data Analytics (LFDA) for post-flight analytics and WebSentinel for real-time flight following and telematics. Latitude serves fixed-wing operators, business aviation, rotary-wing EMS/SAR, and aerial firefighting fleets, with hardware certified to TSO-C159b by Transport Canada, FAA, and EASA, and FAA STC Approved Model List coverage spanning over 800 Part 23 aircraft models. The portfolio is protected by US Patent No. 10075228 covering FDM recording and wireless data distribution methods.

The commercial model combines hardware sales (SDUs, transceivers, data acquisition units), recurring software subscriptions (LFDA and WebSentinel priced per aircraft annually with no user limits), Iridium airtime and service plans, and STC certification projects delivered through engineering partners such as Chicago Jet Group, Heron Aero Solutions, Trimec Aviation, and DAC International. Latitude distributes through a hybrid GTM: direct enterprise field sales to airlines, OEMs, and government agencies; OEM factory-fit arrangements (Pilatus PC-24, Viking CL-415EAF, Textron Citation X, Gulfstream G450/G550); MRO/STC channel partners; and international resellers such as Navicom Aviation in Japan. Named end-customers include Air Inuit, US Forest Service, Bridger Aerospace, Ornge, Airlift AS, HeliQwest, and Summit Helicopters, with downstream certification on approximately 900 airframes within the broader SKYTRAC/Latitude portfolio.

In 2018, Latitude was acquired by SKYTRAC Systems and subsequently by ACR Electronics, joining an aviation brand portfolio that also includes SKYTRAC, FreeFlight Systems, Flight Data Systems, ARTEX, NAL Research, Ocean Signal, and United Moulders. Latitude retains its brand and executive leadership (including founder and President Mark Insley) while operating under SKYTRAC's sales, support, and operational umbrella, with all products designed and assembled in Kelowna, BC.

Name

Latitude Technologies

Legal name

Latitude Technologies Corporation

Website

https://latitudetech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Latitude Technologies designs Iridium-based avionics hardware (DL150 SDU, SkyNode, IONode, ENode) and SaaS analytics (LFDA, WebSentinel) for FANS 1/A+ compliance, flight data monitoring, and aerial firefighting fleets, serving airlines, business aviation, and government operators as a subsidiary of SKYTRAC/ACR Group since 2018.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Avionics

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Avionics Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/SATCOM/Data Link) (IMABAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Avionics Software, Certification & Safety-Critical Systems (DO-178/DO-254) (IMABAFAK), Spacecraft Avionics, Flight Computers & Software (IMABACAI), Private Aviation Connectivity & Onboard Cabin Technology Services (THABAFAO)

Keywords

• Avionics systems
• Satellite communications
• Flight data monitoring
• Aircraft data link
• Aerospace manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Victoria

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Avionics Hardware Sales: Sale of proprietary avionics hardware including DL150 Satellite Data Units, SkyNode S200 transceivers, IONode flight data recorders, ENode engine data acquisition units, TCDU display units, and portable satellite phones. Hardware is sold individually or as part of integrated solutions with accompanying software and airtime services.
2. Software Subscriptions (LFDA & WebSentinel): Annual renewable subscriptions for web-based analytics platforms (Latitude Flight Data Analytics and WebSentinel). Subscriptions are sold per IONode device and per aircraft with no user limits, providing recurring revenue from fleet operator customers.
3. Airtime and Service Plans: Iridium satellite airtime and service options supporting flight safety, fleet logistics, operations, and maintenance information through data analytics platforms. Sold as add-on service options alongside hardware purchases.
4. STC Certification Services: Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) projects and certification services, often delivered through engineering partners (e.g., Heron Aero Solutions, Chicago Jet Group) to enable installation of Latitude hardware on specific aircraft models, creating custom compliance solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Latitude Technologies is an avionics design and manufacturing firm that produces proprietary hardware (satellite data units, satcom transceivers, flight data recorders, engine data acquisition units, and touch display units) and complementary web-based software platforms (WebSentinel, LFDA) for flight data monitoring, flight following, satellite data link, and voice communications. Its products support regulatory compliance (FANS 1/A+, PBCS, TSO-C159b) and are sold as factory options on OEM aircraft (Pilatus PC-24, Viking CL-415EAF, Gulfstream G450/G550) and through MRO/STC partners to fixed-wing, rotary-wing, business aviation, and aerial firefighting operators.

Product overview

Latitude Technologies is an avionics design and manufacturing firm offering a comprehensive portfolio of hardware products and software services for flight data monitoring, satellite communications, and fleet management. The product lineup centers on the DL150 Satellite Data Unit for FANS 1/A+ compliance, SkyNode S200/S200-012 satcom systems for voice and data communication, and IONode/ENode data acquisition units for flight data and engine monitoring. These hardware products integrate with the web-based software platforms: WebSentinel for flight following and tracking, and Latitude Flight Data Analytics (LFDA) for post-flight data analysis. Specialized solutions include OLMS and ATIS for aerial firefighting operations. The company operates under the SKYTRAC Systems portfolio following 2018 acquisition, with products developed and assembled in Kelowna, British Columbia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DL150 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) TSO-C159b certified multi-function satellite data unit providing CPDLC, ADS-C, FANS 1/A+ and ACARS services for oceanic and long-range communication, supporting RCP-240 and RSP-180 PBCS performance requirements. Weighs approximately 1.7 lbs.
• SkyNode S200-012 Safety Services SATVOICE Iridium-based satcom system certified as Long Range Communication System (LRCS) for Air Traffic Services safety services. Supports dual ARINC 739A MCDU interfaces, ATS priority calling, AES-256 encrypted communications, and pole-to-pole global coverage.
• SkyNode S200 SATCOM Transceiver

Quantifiable outcome

• TBO Extension: Engine overhaul interval extended by 2000 hours for Cessna Citation operators using ENode DAU and IONode DDR
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability3 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and regional.

• Chicago Jet Group (CJG)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 23 June 2021Chicago Jet Group serves as the premier installation and certification partner for Latitude's DL150 and SkyNode S200 products. CJG integrated Latitude hardware into NextGen Pro•Link STC solutions for Falcon 50/50EX, Falcon 2000/2000EX, Gulfstream G200, and other aircraft. CJG's InSight STC for Falcon 900B incorporates Latitude's Data Link and Safety SATVOICE solutions.
• Viking Air LimitedcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 5 August 2020Latitude's Operational Loads Monitoring System (OLMS) and Air Tanker Information System (ATIS) were selected as factory OEM options on Viking Air Limited's CL-415EAF 'Enhanced Aerial Firefighter' amphibious aircraft. Bridger Aerospace, the launch customer, opted for these systems.
• Bridger AerospacemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 August 2020Bridger Aerospace, the launch customer for Viking's CL-415EAF 'Enhanced Aerial Firefighter,' opted for Latitude's OLMS and ATIS systems when purchasing the aircraft, making it a key launch partner for these aerial firefighting capabilities.
• FreeFlight SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2020ACR Group acquired FreeFlight Systems in February 2020. FreeFlight Systems joined the ACR aviation group of companies including ACR Electronics, ARTEX, SKYTRAC, Latitude Technologies, and Flight Data Systems, providing comprehensive avionics solutions across the aviation market.
• Summit HelicoptersmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2020Summit Helicopters selected SKYTRAC and Latitude Technologies to provide Real-Time Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and satellite connectivity onboard Bell 412 EPI aircraft contracted with British Columbia Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) for air ambulance operations.
• Universal Avionics Systems CorporationmajorTechnology or Integration · 23 October 2019Latitude's DL150 Satellite Data Unit was selected to complete Universal Avionics' NextGen Pro•Link solution designed to support CPDLC and ADS-C mandates. The DL150 is recognized as compatible with Universal's UniLink Communication Management Unit (CMU) and FMS systems for FANS and CPDLC, specifically the UL-800 and UL-801 CMU.
• Heron Aero Solutions LLCmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 23 October 2019Heron Aero Solutions served as engineering partner with Latitude and distribution partner DAC International for the FAA STC project to install DL150-00 SDU and S200-012 Safety Services SATVOICE Line Replaceable Units on Boeing 757-200 VVIP aircraft.
• DAC International Inc.majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 October 2019DAC International, a subsidiary of Aero Precision Holdings LP, served as distribution partner for Latitude's DL150-00 SDU and S200-012 STC project for Boeing 757-200 VVIP aircraft. DAC International is a worldwide distributor of avionics, test equipment, data converters and aviation supplies.
• Textron AviationmajorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 23 October 2019Latitude Technologies, along with SKYTRAC Systems, was selected to provide FANS 1/A SATCOM hardware (DL150) to Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kansas for the Citation X FANS 1/A upgrade program.
• Trimec AviationmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 17 October 2018Trimec Aviation, a world-class MRO center with over 31 years of experience, partnered with Chicago Jet Group to install and certify Latitude's DL150 FANS 1/A+ Datalink SDU and S200-012 Safety SATVOICE LRCS on the Astra SPX (G-100) aircraft via STC.
• TechnisonicmajorTechnology or Integration · 27 February 2018Latitude's S200-012P Iridium Push-to-Talk device is designed for interoperability with Technisonic's TDFM-9100 multi-band airborne FM transceiver, enabling seamless integration with tactical radio frequencies. The S200-012P PTT feature is integrated as an available option in all future Technisonic TDFM-9100 units.
• SKYTRAC SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018In 2018, Latitude Technologies was acquired by SKYTRAC Systems and joined their portfolio of solutions. In November 2018, SKYTRAC/Latitude was acquired by ACR Electronics, part of Drew Marine UK Holdings Ltd. Latitude products are developed, designed, and assembled in Kelowna, BC under SKYTRAC's purview. Support, sales, and all services fall under SKYTRAC's umbrella. Latitude continues to operate with its existing brand and executive management.
• Conair Group Inc.majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Latitude partnered with Conair Group Inc., University of British Columbia, and Camosun College on a three-year research program assessing pilot fatigue in specialized aircraft operations (aerial firefighting). Latitude provided high-granularity flight data from IONode devices and used LFDA for flight hour and phase of flight reports.
• Pilatus Aircraft LtdcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 28 May 2014Latitude Technologies was appointed as the satcom supplier for the Pilatus PC-24 Super Versatile jet. The SkyNode S200 Iridium-based satcom system was selected over competitors for the new PC-24. Latitude also provides SkyNode 200 Safety Services SATVOICE as an approved option for the PC-24.
• Viking Air Limited (Twin Otter Program)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 October 2013Latitude supplies IONode ION4 lightweight flight data recorder and SkyNode satcom systems as factory options for Viking Series 400 Twin Otters, marking an OEM supply relationship for the Viking Twin Otter program.
• OrngemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Latitude signed a three-year contract to provide flight data analytics services to Ornge for their fleet of Leonardo AW139 helicopters, expanding a relationship that began with Iridium Satcom voice, flight following, and data services in 2007. Latitude assists in developing an HFDM program using existing onboard SSQARs.
• Navicom Aviation CorporationregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 October 2012Latitude established a multi-faceted distribution arrangement with Navicom Aviation Corporation, a leading avionics solutions reseller serving both public and private sector air fleet operators in Japan.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SKYTRAC Systems: Parent company that acquired Latitude in 2018 and now oversees its sales, support, and services. SKYTRAC provides similar flight data monitoring, satellite communications, and fleet analytics for aviation, operating from the same Kelowna HQ and targeting overlapping fixed-wing and rotary-wing customers.
• FreeFlight Systems: Sister company within the ACR Group aviation portfolio (acquired 2020). FreeFlight Systems provides avionics including ADS-B, datalink, and flight data solutions, overlapping with Latitude's FDM and satcom offerings for business aviation and rotorcraft operators.
• Flight Data Systems: Sister company under ACR Group, focused on flight data recorders, quick access recorders, and flight data analysis. Comparable to Latitude's IONode and LFDA platform in serving FDM/FOQA and aerospace-grade flight data requirements.

Emerging players

• Universal Avionics: Avionics OEM whose UniLink CMU and FMS systems integrate with Latitude's DL150 for FANS 1/A+ and CPDLC. Universal Avionics competes with Latitude in flight deck upgrades and datalink solutions, particularly through Chicago Jet Group's Pro-Link STC.
• Avidyne Corporation: Avionics manufacturer focused on general aviation and business aviation retrofit/upgrade solutions. Compares to Latitude's FDM and datalink offerings for Part 23 operators, particularly in the FANS 1/A+ retrofit space.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Aerospace: Large incumbent avionics provider with broad SATCOM, FMS, and surveillance offerings. Honeywell competes with Latitude in cockpit communications and flight data on larger airframes and offers alternatives to the DL150/SkyNode S200 in integrated solutions.
• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Major avionics incumbent providing SATCOM, FMS, and flight data systems across commercial and business aviation. Competes with Latitude across datalink and safety services categories, particularly for larger aircraft and OEM factory installations.
• Garmin: Broad avionics incumbent with datalink, FMS, and integrated flight deck solutions. Garmin's G3000/G5000 and retrofit FANS solutions overlap with Latitude's targeting of business aviation and Part 23 operators.
• L3Harris Technologies: Aerospace and defense electronics incumbent with avionics, satcom, and mission systems. Comparable to Latitude in flight data, cockpit communications, and special-mission retrofit capabilities across fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms.
• Thales Group: European aerospace incumbent providing avionics, SATCOM, and flight management systems. Comparable to Latitude in cockpit communications and FANS 1/A+ solutions, with broad EASA-recognized certifications that compete with the DL150 and SkyNode portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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