This issue of Avionics International is centered around commercial aviation. The first article by associate editor Dan Parsons discusses the value that flight simulators can offer for testing and validating avionics systems as well as for pilot training. The article includes insights from the president of the National Training and Simulation Association and the product manager for avionics testing at VIAVI Solutions.
Another featured article in this issue explores the need to increase the availability of datalink communications between air traffic controllers and commercial aircraft. Writer Aaron Karp posits that new entrants like eVTOL aircraft and autonomous cargo drones will increase the need for “hyper connectivity” in future air traffic management systems. Both SESAR’s ATM expert for architecture and systems engineering and the Chief Technology and Information Officer at NAV CANADA offer perspectives on this topic. The article also features highlights from a whitepaper jointly issued by the FAA, EASA, Airbus, and Boeing last fall which provides a roadmap for modernizing aviation data communications over the next 10–15 years.
In this issue of Avionics International, we also take a look at trends in cabin lighting systems. Writer Mark Robins covers some of the latest developments, including adjustable color temperature, dynamic lighting, personalization, and increased usage of LED lighting. He also notes that it is important for airlines to maintain a consistent passenger experience across their entire fleet, which can be accomplished with customized cabin lighting that is harmonized for all of an airline’s aircraft.
Another piece in this issue is a feature article contributed by Mark Holmes, Editorial Director of Avionics’ sister publication, Via Satellite. Mark writes about some of the highlights from the Sustainable Skies World Summit, organized by Farnborough International. The article features perspectives from IAG, easyJet, IATA, Air Transport Action Group, Roland Berger, LanzaJet, World Economic Forum, the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority, the FAA, Embraer, and Vertical Aerospace.
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