Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, April 28, 2026 — Air Inuit has selected TrooTrax Mission, SKYTRAC Systems Ltd.’s (SKYTRAC’s) flight following software, as part of its Operational Control Center (OCC) modernization to satisfy evolving regulatory requirements. The deployment enhances operational visibility, supports fleet advancement, and alignment with Global Aeronautical Distress Safety System (GADSS) recommendations established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
With this adoption, Air Inuit becomes the second Canadian airline to implement TrooTrax Mission into their operation. It will serve as the airline’s primary flight following solution across its fleet of 40 aircraft and helicopters, positioning Air Inuit at the forefront of a growing focus on enhanced tracking and OCC modernization. TrooTrax Mission provides a dual-source tracking approach using both ADS-B position reporting and Iridium tracking, improving visibility and redundancy across Air Inuit’s operations. Through one-minute ADS-B position reporting and configurable Iridium flight following, Air Inuit ensures high-resolution aircraft tracking that aligns with anticipated Canadian GADSS requirements as defined in an industry consultation last year.
“Maintaining clear visibility across our operations is essential, particularly in the regions we serve,” said Stéphane Rousseau, Vice-President of IT at Air Inuit. “TrooTrax Mission will enhance how our OCC monitors and manages flights in real-time. The software’s ability to integrate flight plans, support dual-source tracking, and provide timely alerts gives our team greater insight into our operations while remaining cost-effective. This upgrade also positions us to stay ahead of the emerging GADSS requirements in Canada; thus, future proofing our fleet.”
Alongside the addition of TrooTrax, Air Inuit will complete a fleet-wide upgrade to ISAT-200A satellite communication terminals and leverage SKYTRAC’s various Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for streamlined integration into Air Inuit’s mixed fleet. The upgrade standardizes avionics, simplifies operations and maintenance, and supports long-term reliability across Air Inuit’s DHC6, DHC3, DHC8, Boeing 737, King Air B300 aircraft as well as its AStar 350 and Bell 407 helicopters. The ISAT-200A system also enables out, off, on, and in (OOOI) event reporting and alerts for onboard terminal deactivation or failure.
“We at SKYTRAC value our longstanding relationship with Air Inuit and are pleased to support this next phase of their fleet modernization,” said Ruben Stepin, Director of Business Development and GADSS Specialist at SKYTRAC. “By implementing TrooTrax Mission in its OCC and deploying ISAT-200A terminals across its fleet, Air Inuit is strengthening its operational capabilities and ensuring its fleet is equipped to meet evolving industry and GADSS requirements. As an operator that plays a vital role in connecting and serving northern and Indigenous communities, we are proud to support Air Inuit’s mission with the implementation of this solution.”
By implementing TrooTrax Mission across its operation, Air Inuit gains a range of tools designed to support proactive flight monitoring. These include flight plan ingestion and integration with TrooTrax, allowing aircraft to be tracked against planned routes in real-time with adjustable tracking intervals and automated alerts for overdue aircraft, route deviations, and other abnormal events. The introduction of these operational tools will support faster and more informed decision-making within Air Inuit’s OCC.
For more information about Air Inuit, visit airinuit.com/en. To learn more about SKYTRAC’s solutions please visit www.skytrac.ca.
About SKYTRAC Systems Ltd.
With 40 years of experience providing critical capabilities, SKYTRAC is trusted by over 800 customers as a leading provider of LEO satellite and cellular communication services for all aerospace sectors. With over 900 airframe certifications, SKYTRAC’s DAO has supplemental-type certifications under TC, FAA, EASA, ANAC, and more. Trusted by operators, organizations, and OEMs, SKYTRAC provides critical capabilities such as medical data transfer, video streaming, real-time HUMS, and more over the Iridium Certus® and cellular networks. Learn more at www.skytrac.ca.
About Air Inuit
Founded by the Inuit of Nunavik in 1978, Air Inuit, a wholly owned subsidiary of Makivvik, was created to provide air connections between Nunavik’s 14 coastal villages and the South, to promote trade and to preserve Inuit culture. With more than 1,300 employees and a fleet of 40 aircraft and helicopters, Air Inuit is committed to the development of this vast territory and the prosperity of its people by supporting community organizations, cultural events, educational and sports programs, as well as employment access initiatives for Inuit people. Learn more at airinuit.com/en.
