As part of advancing communication technology between aircraft, control towers, and airline operations, Boeing, in partnership with United Airlines and various communication service providers, conducted a test flight wherein the use of Internet Protocol Suite (IPS) standards was evaluated, as Internet-based communication is expected to improve communications, operational efficiency, and flight safety.

This test flight is viewed as a step in the direction of enhancing communication speed, reliability, and accuracy, which will not only see improvements in the aircraft communication system but also upgrades to the systems of control towers, ultimately improving flight safety.

Upgrades To Communication Channels

A press release from the American manufacturer, Boeing , today noted its re

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