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Iridium readies Certus 100 for civil aviation safety satcom retrofits as Iris ATC data link sales accelerate

Iridium is nearing the launch of a Certus 100-powered safety satcom solution aimed at helping airlines retrofit with a lightweight, cost-effective capability. Separately, the Iris satellite-based high-speed data communications system for air traffic control has moved into active service marketing, targeting rapid adoption and alignment with forthcoming performance requirements.

2026-04-30T14:14:54.613580-07:00

Leeham News

‘Autonomous ATC’ draws venture capital—but FAA/regulatory gating will decide whether the gold rush cashes out

2026-04-30T02:57:42.151604-07:00

AINonline

Starr Aviation adds Honeywell FGV approaches to safety network covering 100 runway ends

2026-04-29T17:41:05.116230-07:00

The Air Current

FAA weighs buying Dallas commercial building as potential anchor for a consolidated ATC facility

2026-04-29T09:36:14.754872-07:00

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Runway Girl

Iridium readies Certus 100 for civil aviation safety satcom retrofits as Iris ATC data link sales accelerate Iridium is nearing the launch of a Certus 100-powered safety satcom solution aimed at helping airlines retrofit with a lightweight, cost-effective capability. Separately, the Iris satellite-based high-speed data communications system for air traffic control has moved into active service marketing, targeting rapid adoption and alignment with forthcoming performance requirements.

2026-04-30T14:14:54.613580-07:00

Iridium readies Certus 100 for civil aviation safety satcom retrofits as Iris ATC data link sales accelerate

DefenseNews.com

Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers Investigations say Russian “shadow airlines” are using Algeria as a base for secretive missions as Moscow’s military-export business faces post-Ukraine pressure. Separately, reporting indicates Russia is transporting soldiers and military personnel on commercial passenger aircraft alongside civilians.

2026-04-30T04:41:46.834849-07:00

Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers

Leeham News

‘Autonomous ATC’ draws venture capital—but FAA/regulatory gating will decide whether the gold rush cashes out Leeham News argues venture capital is piling into autonomous air traffic control technologies, but commercialization is constrained by regulatory definitions, certification pathways, and operational validation requirements. The piece frames AI-driven ATC as an investment thesis that still hinges on FAA modernization timelines and policy support.

2026-04-30T02:57:42.151604-07:00

‘Autonomous ATC’ draws venture capital—but FAA/regulatory gating will decide whether the gold rush cashes out

Aviation Source

Medical evacuation operations must keep flying amid airspace fragmentation and geopolitical disruption Geopolitical disruptions are increasing, but medical evacuation missions cannot pause. The operational challenge is maintaining continuity when airspace becomes fragmented—forcing planners and operators to operate through changing restrictions while sustaining sortie generation for time-critical aeromedical care.

2026-04-29T18:28:13.332283-07:00

Medical evacuation operations must keep flying amid airspace fragmentation and geopolitical disruption

AINonline

Starr Aviation adds Honeywell FGV approaches to safety network covering 100 runway ends Starr Aviation has expanded its safety network by integrating Honeywell’s FGV approaches tool, which provides guidance for 100 airport runway ends. The update is designed to standardize and improve the availability of runway-approach safety information for participating airports.

2026-04-29T17:41:05.116230-07:00

Starr Aviation adds Honeywell FGV approaches to safety network covering 100 runway ends

The Air Current

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FAA weighs buying Dallas commercial building as potential anchor for a consolidated ATC facility The FAA is considering purchasing a large commercial office building in Dallas, Texas that could be used as the future site of a consolidated air traffic control facility, according to people familiar with the matter. The move would signal further consolidation and infrastructure planning for ATC operations.

2026-04-29T09:36:14.754872-07:00

FAA weighs buying Dallas commercial building as potential anchor for a consolidated ATC facility

Flying Magazine

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FAA awards Rohde & Schwarz USA ~$5B for digital voice-switch replacement across air traffic control The FAA has awarded Rohde & Schwarz USA contracts totaling about $4.9 billion to modernize ATC voice communications by replacing analog voice infrastructure with digital voice switching systems. Awards cover “hundreds” of digital voice switches as part of the FAA’s broader air traffic control modernization push.

2026-04-28T11:20:11.287240-07:00

FAA awards Rohde & Schwarz USA ~$5B for digital voice-switch replacement across air traffic control

The War Zone

Evidence suggests Ukraine is fielding AIM-120C-8 (F-16/NASAMS) beyond baseline AIM-120 variants Wreckage imagery reported from the battlefield indicates Ukraine is employing AIM-120C-8 air-to-air missiles. The material is described as being deployable from both F-16 platforms and NASAMS launchers, implying expanded employment options and integration pathways for near-top-tier AIM-120C-8 stores.

2026-04-27T10:49:22.912760-07:00

Evidence suggests Ukraine is fielding AIM-120C-8 (F-16/NASAMS) beyond baseline AIM-120 variants

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Iridium readies Certus 100 for civil aviation safety satcom retrofits as Iris ATC data link sales accelerate

‘Autonomous ATC’ draws venture capital—but FAA/regulatory gating will decide whether the gold rush cashes out

Starr Aviation adds Honeywell FGV approaches to safety network covering 100 runway ends

FAA weighs buying Dallas commercial building as potential anchor for a consolidated ATC facility

News Timeline