The jetlite controller, a stand-alone control unit developed by Silver Atena that is operated via the existing cabin management system, is the centrepiece of the cooperation. The optimal cabin lighting scenarios are calculated by the jetlite algorithm, depending on specific flight parameters, such as routes, direction and time zones. The cabin crew can start the automated lighting programme via a user-friendly interface that is installed on the flight attendant panel (FAP).
Silver Atena will realise the jetlite controller in a short time frame by following an efficient development process and established approval procedures, and plans to launch the control device at the Aircraft Interiors Expo 2020.
“We are absolutely convinced by the idea of automating the cabin lighting according to Human Centric Lighting standards”, says Josef Mitterhuber, managing director of Silver Atena. “Anyone who flies long-haul knows the feeling of jet lag. The jetlite algorithm in combination with our control unit, which automatically adjusts the cabin lighting, significantly improves passenger well-being while being on-board of the plane, as well as after the flight.”
“Working with Silver Atena allows us to push our product to new dimensions. We do not only reach a full automation of the cabin lighting as well as its standardisation across the entire fleet, but also significantly reduce the workload for the cabin crew”, says Dr. Achim Leder, CEO of jetlite GmbH. “We are looking forward to meeting and talking to many customers at the Aircraft Interiors Expo, which will help to make the jetlite controller become reality even sooner.”