Aithre and Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems today
announced a collaboration agreement to integrate Aithre
wireless monitoring technology into Aerox’s line of portable
oxygen tanks for general aviation users. The agreement also
establishes Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems as an authorized
distributor for the entire Aithre product line. Under the terms
of the agreement, Aerox will be the exclusive bundler of the
Altus Meso wireless portable oxygen tank monitoring system
for new portable oxygen systems. Aithre and Aerox will also
cobrand the Aithre iOS tank monitoring app that links the
Altus Meso to any iOS device.
Aithre and Aerox have announced a special price for the Altus Meso of $149.99 installed on any
Aerox portable, plus the price of the Aerox portable oxygen system. The Altus Meso can be
added as an option to any new Aerox portable oxygen tank at the time of ordering so the user
can receive a ready-to-go, integrated package. The Altus Meso can also be ordered and
installed separately from Aerox and other authorized dealers for $195.00.
The Aithre Altus Meso wirelessly pairs to your iOS device to display tank pressure, flow rate,
and time remaining of any portable oxygen tank. The Meso weighs just a few ounces and is
plugged into any oxygen tank using the included high-pressure Tee-fitting. The Meso can be
powered directly with a USB port. A battery pack is included and can be attached to the outside
of the tank and is recharged using a standard USB cable.
The Aithre iOS app displays constant reading of key parameters so the pilot has instant
knowledge of the status of their oxygen system. A built-in pressure altimeter allows reminders
to the pilot when oxygen use is required by FAA regulation, and includes a reminder to shut off
the oxygen tank after landing. The Meso wirelessly integrates with avionics using the Shield
EX-3, which is being installed in factory Vans, Sling, and Glasair aircraft. Also available is
SPO2 and pressure altitude trend information directly on the Oxygen trending graph on the iOS
app.
“Aithre is committed to developing integrated technologies for high altitude flying to help pilots
better manage risks.” Commented Aithre founder and CEO Jim Ruttler. “The best way to
deploy our integrated technologies is to provide them to pilots as a bundled package at the point
of sale to make it easy for users to purchase and to install. We are proud of our relationship
with Aerox and that they have chosen the Aithre Altus Meso to bundle with their portable oxygen
systems.”
“Jim and I are both active pilots and right away we understood the benefits of allowing pilots to
bundle the Altus Meso system into their purchase of any Aerox portable oxygen system,” said
Scott Ashton, President and CEO of Aerox. “We both believe that a portable oxygen system is
the single most effective “bolt-on” modification a pilot can make to their airplane. Even at
altitudes as low as 7,000’, having oxygen on board can make pilots and their passengers more
alert and less fatigued.”
Jim went on to say that nearly every airplane flying now has some level of connectivity in it and
pilots are using technology to make flying safer and to enhance situational awareness. That
same benefit can now include the pilot’s health through monitoring of CO and oxygen levels
using connected technologies such as the Altus Meso, Shield CO detectors, and the Illyrian
Smart Oximeter.
About Aithre:
Aithre, prounounced “eye-thra” is Greek for “blue skies”, or “pure air”. Aithre was founded by
Jim Ruttler, who serves as President. Jim is a patent attorney and has an MBA and a bachelors
degree in neurobiology. Aithre technology was developed to improve the safety of flight at high
altitudes where oxygen is low and risks are high. Through innovation, we've created wearable
oximeters, portable and installed CO detectors, and oxygen pressure monitors that are enabled
for wireless continuous monitoring on iOS, Dynon Skyview, and Garmin G3X.
About Aerox:
Aerox ® is a leading designer and manufacturer of aviation oxygen systems and accessories for
business and general aviation, helicopters and EMS, and . Since 1981 it has provided the
aviation industry with innovative solutions for all oxygen needs, and it provides a complete line
of systems, parts, and accessories for fixed wing and helicopter OEMs. Aerox ® Aviation
Oxygen Systems, Inc. was the originator of the long duration oxygen system in 1981 by creating
a product that offered duration six times that of a standard system. Aerox’s trademarked product
remains the only long duration oxygen system on the market today that is designed specifically
for use in aviation. Aerox products are available from
approved distributors and by visiting www.aerox.com.
Contact:
Aithre
971-3 N Main Street
Ketchum, ID 83340
(208) 481-8310
www.aithreaviation.com
Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems, LLC
25190 Bernwood Drive
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
(239) 405-6117
(860) 866-6750
www.aerox.com