Future Connectivity for Aviation
Aviation connectivity supports the air-ground data exchanges that are becoming increasingly essential to keep safe, sustainable, and efficient Air Traffic Management (ATM) and the air operations of tomorrow. It is currently supported by a set of technologies that rely to a large extent on VHF datalink and first-generation aviation SATCOM connectivity. While these technologies have served the aviation community well for decades, they need an upgrade and more harmonization.
EASA, FAA, Airbus, and Boeing have launched a task force to reflect on the current and future challenges of aviation connectivity and develop joint proposals to address those challenges. As an overall outcome, a shared vision is proposed herein for the future aviation connectivity and communication landscape in 2035.