Avionica Tests Continuous In-Flight Aircraft Data Streaming

Platform transmits live sensor data to ground analytics during flight operations.

Avionica Tests Continuous In-Flight Aircraft Data Streaming
Aircraft landing [Credit: FAA]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Avionica demonstrated a new platform that streams aircraft sensor data to ground-based cloud analytics in real-time during flight.
  • This system provides continuous access to aircraft state and performance data, eliminating the need for post-flight downloads and significantly enhancing operational monitoring and safety for airlines.
  • The platform, considered a first in real-time sensor stream access, initially integrates with ERGOSS’ flight data analysis software and is available for broader fleet and industry partner integration.
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An aircraft data systems manufacturer has demonstrated a platform designed to stream aircraft sensor data to ground-based cloud analytics in real time during flight. Avionica said on Tuesday that it conducted the demonstration in conjunction with its goLIVE users conference in Miami. The system is intended to transmit aircraft state and performance data continuously during operations, allowing airline or other fleet teams to access information without waiting for post-flight downloads from onboard recorders.

Initial integration of the platform connects with ERGOSS’ cloud-based flight data analysis software used for Maintenance Operational Quality Assurance, enabling live sensor inputs to feed directly into ground analytics.

“Avionica is the first avionics company to bring this level of real-time access to aircraft sensor streams,” said David Cougul, founder and chief technology officer of ERGOSS. “This direct live connection will unlock significant opportunities to improve safety and operational outcomes for airlines worldwide.”

The system is structured to allow integration with airline operations centers, analytics providers and safety organizations that use aircraft performance and condition data. Avionica, a Miami-based manufacturer of aircraft data collection and transmission equipment, said the platform is available for integration with airline fleets and industry partners as part of efforts to expand the use of in-flight data for operational monitoring and maintenance planning.

Matt Ryan

Matt is AVweb's lead editor. His eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. Now a fixed-wing pilot, instructor and aviation writer, Matt also leads and teaches a high school aviation program in the Dallas area. Beyond his lifelong obsession with aviation, Matt loves to travel and has lived in Greece, Czechia and Germany for studies and for work.
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