HAYWARD, Ca. & RESTON, Va. – June 6, 2005 - AirLink Communications Inc., a pioneer and leading provider of fixed and mobile wireless data solutions, and Nextel Communications Inc. (NSDQ:NXTL) today announced the availability of AirLink Raven and PinPoint modems on Nextel’s nationwide digital wireless network. The AirLink Raven and PinPoint modems are the first products available as part of a larger partnership agreement between the companies to co-market wireless data solutions for various fixed and mobile applications. These solutions will be targeted across industry segments including transportation, distribution, public safety, utilities, infrastructure and telecommunications.

AirLink’s Raven and PinPoint modems – equipped with the AirLink Embedded Operating System (“ALEOS”) intelligent software – are specifically designed for wireless data networking, enabling unsurpassed functionality, flexibility and performance. The AirLink Raven is an intrinsically safe, Class I Div 2 certified intelligent rugged wireless device ideally suited for telemetry and remote monitoring and control applications. The AirLink PinPoint combines the Raven’s intelligence with stand-alone GPS functionality to enable fleet clientele to manage their mobile workforces, track assets and extend enterprise applications to the field.

As a result of this partnership, AirLink customers will have access to Nextel’s nationwide network, while Nextel customers will gain access to AirLink’s robust product suite for wireless connectivity. All AirLink products which utilize Motorola’s iDEN technology are tested for compatibility with the Nextel network, assuring customers of optimal performance and product support.

“We are pleased to be working with a leader in connectivity solutions for fixed and mobile assets,” said Ernie Cormier, Nextel vice president of Product Management. “AirLink’s products provide our customers with a proven platform that delivers fast, pervasive connectivity for machine-to-machine and mobile data applications, facilitating development of new wireless solutions.”

“Nextel’s focus on enterprise and government customers complements AirLink’s history of pioneering solutions for real-time connectivity in industrial and business applications,” said Andrew Berman, AirLink Communications’ chief executive officer. “Nextel’s portfolio of business-oriented products and services, coupled with the reliability and coverage of Nextel’s data network, create tremendous value for our customers. We look forward to working with Nextel to continue our tradition of making complex wireless solutions work through a new suite of Motorola iDEN products, once again placing AirLink at the forefront of innovative wireless data solutions for countless industrial and business applications.”

AirLink’s products may be purchased through AirLink’s Direct Sales and Authorized Dealer network and activated through Nextel’s Direct Sales channel, or by calling 1-800-216-7023. Both AirLink products, featuring the embedded ALEOS intelligent software, will be made available with various wireless data service plans. For more information about the AirLink Raven or PinPoint, visit www.nextel.com or www.airlink.com.

About Nextel Communications
Nextel Communications, a FORTUNE 200 company based in Reston, Va., is a leading provider of fully integrated wireless communications services and has built the largest guaranteed all-digital wireless network in the country covering thousands of communities across the United States. Today 95 percent of FORTUNE 500 companies are Nextel customers. Nextel and Nextel Partners Inc. currently serve 297 of the top 300 U.S. markets where approximately 262 million people live or work.

About AirLink Communications
AirLink Communications, Inc., founded in 1993, delivers wireless data solutions that enable pervasive connectivity to fixed and mobile assets. The company’s continued industry leadership is based on its reputation for making complex wireless data solutions work. AirLink proactively designs and commercializes products based on a clear understanding of evolving customer needs. The company maintains strong working relationships with carriers, dealers and solutions providers. Its devices are broadly certified on major wireless networks in North America. AirLink’s multi-tiered product suite includes both hardware and comprehensive software. For more information, please visit www.airlink.com.