Testimonials

Dick Smith

"The automated flight following offered by spidertracks means those on the ground know exactly where I am at all times. And the data is totally reliable and accurate because the position is being relayed in real time. The global coverage offered by the Iridium network ensures there are no 'blind spots'. The spidertracks doesn’t have to store data points until it can see the next satellite, because there is always an Iridium satellite in view."

"What I also really like about the spidertracks system is that it is portable. I use it in my plane but I can also plug it into any vehicle I’m in and my support crew can track my movements via the web. I’m safe in the knowledge that they can see me where ever I am in the world."

Entrepreneur and adventurer Dick Smith.

Simple solution unit of choice

"The single box solution with no need for external inputs other than power, and the single service provider for web-based data delivery are the big attractions for us. We have tried the dual-mode GSM and Iridium tracking systems and having a cut-over from one to the other has been a constant source of frustration. When we configure our aircraft for future seasons it is going to be Iridium-based data transmission only and spidertracks will be the unit of choice."

Qwilton Biel, Heli Harvest, Auckland, New Zealand.

Simplicity and safety

"We had to find a satellite-based system that guaranteed total cover of the remote area in which we are operating. Spidertracks met that need and the company now has 15 units in use. While satellite tracking systems are becoming increasingly commonplace elsewhere around the world, it is an innovation in Mongolia. As far as I know, we’re the only company using tracking devices in Mongolia."

"We use the vehicle tracking as a back up for safety. Vehicle accidents are one of our biggest exposures to serious injury. When it’s -60° to -70° Celcius and a vehicle breaks down or has an accident you want to know exactly where it is."

John (JR) Davies, Major Drilling, Mongolia.

Clark and Jolly

"We are so impressed with the actual unit and its ability to be read and monitored at any computer/laptop with internet access. When we were on holiday in Australia recently we could still access and track our pilot. We have also found the support and backup from spidertracks to be punctual and very helpful."

Cush & Toby Clark, Clark & Jolly Helicopters, Taupo, New Zealand.

Ease of installation

"We chose spidertracks because of its ease of installation, the excellent website tracking solution, reasonable acquisition costs, and the fact that two-way communication is available. I also found the spidertracks people very easy to deal with and always available to help and offer solutions."

Kurt Barton, Sundance Helicopters, Las Vegas, United States

Won over by flight tracking and safety

"It’s great peace of mind for anyone doing the flight following. If they’re at all worried about where I am, they just go to the website and check. It means they can make informed decisions about my safety. The only other option was a sat. phone. They’re expensive and don’t offer all the benefits we get from spidertracks - flight tracking and safety if something goes wrong."

"I really enjoy working with spidertracks. I get great service, I like supporting a local company and I’m really excited about the potential of future developments in the service."

Simon Werthmuller, Rangitikei Helicopters, New Zealand