Houston (September 8, 2009) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. announced that UVdatalink® has enhanced its online flight tracking application, named Fleet Status, helping flight departments more easily and efficiently track and manage their aircraft. UVdatalink provides Global VHF and SATCOM data link communication services for ACARS-equipped aircraft.

"UVdatalink's Fleet Status is now faster, has more features and is easier to use," explained Rick Vlahovich, Product Manager, Specialty Products, Universal®. "The improvements we've made were designed for efficiency and ease of use. From the first click in the revamped system, users will notice the enhanced map graphics, provided through MapQuest®, and faster load times. In addition to improved graphics, the new maps are more interactive and intuitive, with familiar functionality based on MapQuest's user controls."

Additional enhancements to UVdatalink® Fleet Status include:

• Improved capabilities for managing larger fleets
• The ability to overlay North Atlantic tracks
• Enhanced map graphics and interactivity
• Automatic map refresh
• The ability to view planned routes if flight plans have been filed with Universal®

"We are committed to continuing development on UVdatalink's Fleet Status and delivering our users the applications and services they need," said Vlahovich. "Anyone interested in seeing the new Fleet Status can visit us at exhibit #5717 at NBAA or contact us now."

Users with questions or those who are interested in viewing a tutorial of the improvements should contact Universal's Customer Care Center at N. America (800) 793-1295,
Worldwide (713) 378-2778.

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As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is proud to continue helping our clients achieve successful trips. With more than two million trip legs facilitated since our inception in 1959, Universal® has more trips, more knowledge, and more experience than any other trip support provider. Named Best International Trip Planner by the readers of a leading industry publication, Universal's suite of products and services includes flight planning, weather, the UVair® Fueling Card, worldwide ground support from the award-winning Universal Aviation(sm), online trip tools, air-to-ground communications, and more.

MapQuest is a registered trademark of AOL LLC.

CONTACT:
Louis Smyth
N. America: (800) 231-5600 ext. 5713
Worldwide Direct: (713) 947-5713
E-mail: lsmyth@univ-wea.com