ConnectivityLufthansa Execs Map Out 2018 Plans for IFC Lufthansa has long been one of the pioneers in bringing in-flight connectivity (IFC) services to passengers. It was one of the first, if not the first to do so. However, as one…
ConnectivityHow Blockchain, Cloud Can Reinforce Cybersecurity in Commercial Aviation From keeping aircraft in the air to checking passengers in, aviation organizations rely heavily on information technology (IT) systems. But data collected from the growing number of aircraft, routes and passengers has…
ConnectivityNew Gulfstream Service Enhances In-Flight Connectivity Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. will offer a bundled suit of in-flight internet, voice and entertainment offerings for its operators in a new program called Connectivity Service. The manufacturer said the program will include Satcom Direct…
Business & GANASA, Rockwell Collins Team for Supersonic Flights NASA and Rockwell Collins are exploring how supersonic air travel over land can become a reality in a partnership. The effort is a part of a two-year project to give pilots guidance…
ATM ModernizationAireon Develops ADS-B Operations in Saudi Arabia Aireon said it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS), Saudi Arabia's air navigation service provider. SANS is managing one of the largest and busiest airspaces in the…
ConnectivityHoneywell Repair Capabilities Upgrade in China Could Improve Turnaround by 60% Honeywell Avionics Shanghai said it has upgraded its product repair capabilities at the China unit, providing quicker turnaround times for repairs and improved customer support in the Asia Pacific region. According to…
ConnectivityAugmented Reality: Solving the Threat of Engineer Shortages A recent ICAO report said that in the next 20 years, airlines would have to add 25,000 new aircraft to keep up with rising air passenger demand. But a lack of skilled…
Embedded AvionicsSatellite Players Predict Boom Times Ahead for IFC Whether it’s Ku-band or Ka-band, there is little doubt that airlines will need satellite capacity, and lots of it, to serve passengers. However, is there room in the market for all of…