ATM Modernization4 Updates on Improving Global Flight Tracking [Avionics Today 09-23-2015] The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is currently in the process of finalizing the concept of operations for the Global Aeronautical Distress and Safety System (GADSS), an initiative first…
Business & GASoCal Jets Signs Agreements with Universal, TrueNorth Avionics [Avionics Today 09-22-2015] SoCal Jets has finalized a pair of new dealership agreements with Universal Avionics and TrueNorth Avionics. As part of the Universal Avionics authorized dealer network, SoCal Jets will serve…
Business & GAPremier Extends Atlas Air Contract Premier Aviation's Rome, N.Y. hangar with Atlas Air aircraft in-house for scheduled maintenance. Photo: Atlas Air [Avionics Today 09-22-2015] Premier Aviation Overhaul Center has signed a two-year extension of a previous agreement…
CommercialUnited Bids to Fly 787 to Xi’an China United Airlines 787. Photo: Kris Trexler [Avionics Today 09-22-2015] United Airlines has applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for authority to begin seasonal nonstop service between the airline's San Francisco…
ATM ModernizationRohde & Schwarz Delivers VOIP to Moroccan ATC Rohde & Schwarz has launched a VIOP solution in Morocco. Photo: Rohde & Schwarz [Avionics Today 09-22-2015] Rohde & Schwarz has delivered a media gateway solution to Morocco’s national airports authority, Office…
Business & GAMade in the USA: Airbus’ New Facility to Strengthen Global Stance [Avionics Today 09-22-2015] Airbus inaugurated operations at is first U.S. manufacturing facility in Mobile, Ala. last week in a move that is likely to strengthen the company both financially and competitively. The…
ATM ModernizationInmarsat, Deutsche Telekom Ink Agreement to Launch European Hybrid IFC Network [Avionics Today 09-21-2015] Deutsche Telekom and Inmarsat have announced a strategic partnership to deliver connectivity across Europe’s aviation industry. A new combined LTE-based ground network and satellite network delivers travelers in Europe…
Embedded AvionicsNAWCAD Selects CACI for Continued Aircraft Communications Solutions [Avionics Today 09-21-2015] CACI International has been awarded a $63.5 million bridge contract by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) to continue its support for NAWCAD’s Special Communications Mission Solutions…