Advanced Air MobilityIndustry Clamors for UAS Traffic Management Regulatory Framework Uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) service suppliers are calling for the Federal Aviation Administration to implement a regulatory framework to safely integrate small UAS into airspace at altitudes of 400 feet and below,…
Connectivity5G Is In The Air In the last month or so, U.S. telecommunications companies have ramped up deployment of their 5G networks across the country, jolting commercial aviation operators into ensuring their radio altimeters are free from…
Advanced TechnologyUpdated: Airbus to Upgrade Avionics on 50 National Guard UH-72 Helicopters Airbus recently took home a $27.8 million contract to upgrade dozens of Army National Guard UH-72A Lakotas with new avionics to enhance the helicopter’s reconnaissance mission capabilities. At least 50 UH-72s flown…
ConnectivityViasat Wins Malaysia Airlines IFC Deal Malaysia’s national air carrier, Malaysia Airlines, selected Viasat’s in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution for its new Boeing 737-8 fleet. The companies announced the deal Thursday, and said the first factory installation is expected to be…
Advanced Air MobilityOptimizing LEO Satellites, Electric Propulsion, IFC, and More Matt McAlonis, Fellow, Aerospace of TE Connectivity, recently talked with Avionics International about the company's innovations in aerospace and LEO satellite technology. He highlighted their commitment to reliability, high-speed connectivity, and efficient…
AI & AutonomyOPINION: Modern Solutions for Counter-UAS The use of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) in defense and military operations has skyrocketed. UAS threats in battle and public spaces are continuing to rise, begging the need for continuously adapting technology…
Advanced TechnologyOPINION: The Airline Industry’s Need for Network Resiliency The airline industry, a cornerstone of the global economy and supply chain, continues to invest heavily in digital initiatives to optimize outdated processes, boost productivity, and open new revenue streams. According to…
ConnectivitySatcom Direct to Provide Connectivity for Shared Services Canada Satcom Direct Avionics, based in Canada, will deliver multi-band aeronautical connectivity services for Shared Services Canada (SSC) and its clients for at least the next seven years, the company announced this week. …