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Connectivity: Unlocking the Future of Advanced Air Mobility

Connectivity: Unlocking the Future of Advanced Air Mobility

As the advanced air mobility (AAM) market takes off, next-gen aircraft like air taxis and autonomous vehicles are being built with connectivity in mind. What’s more, this real-time data feature is foundational to the safety, efficiency and scalability of these new platforms.

At Honeywell, we’re shaping this connected future. From compact satcom systems tailored to AAM to multi-orbit networks that boost resilience, our technologies are designed to help pilots and operators fly confidently. 

Why Connectivity Matters in AAM

The addition of AAM vehicles, some of which will operate autonomously or semi-autonomously in low-altitude urban settings, into an already complex and evolving airspace requires new technology to support an already strained ecosystem. In order to operate seamlessly, they must rely on constant connectivity to maintain real-time communication with traffic management systems, ground control and other aircraft.

Reliable, low-latency data exchange supports:

  • Navigation and flight path updates
  • Situational awareness and obstacle detection
  • Remote piloting and autonomous decision-making
  • Scalable integration into existing air traffic systems

With thousands of crewed and uncrewed aircraft expected to enter service, scalable and interoperable connectivity will be critical to ensure safe operations and public trust.

Technologies for a Connected AAM Future

Honeywell’s connectivity solutions meet the unique needs of AAM platforms, where space, weight and performance are all equally paramount.

  • Honeywell Anthem is the industry’s first cloud-native flight deck, designed with the AAM market in mind. Anthem enables real-time data exchange between the aircraft and ground teams, simplifying preflight setup, improving in-flight decision-making and enhancing pilot-to-ground coordination.
  • VersaWave is a compact, lightweight satellite communications system built for smaller aircraft, including uncrewed and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles. At just 1 kilogram, it delivers high-speed, beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) connectivity in a size 90% smaller than Honeywell’s next smallest connectivity system, without sacrificing performance.

These solutions support safe and efficient operations that help lay the groundwork for fully connected autonomous air travel.