When pairing the Aireon service with the real-time communications capabilities offered by Iridium, such as
Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) or Iridium SATCOM Voice, pilots flying oceanic and remote routes will be in real-time contact with air traffic controllers enabling them to obtain route adjustments and maximizing the benefits of Aireon's air traffic surveillance.
It also satisfies the Future Air Navigation System and
controller pilot data link communications flight requirements enabling a direct data link communication between the pilot and the air traffic controller.
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Contract (ADS-C) and
Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC), which together make up the FANS package, also reduce pilot workload and significantly enhance the clarity and accuracy of pilot communications with Air Navigation Service Providers in oceanic and remote airspace worldwide.
Inmarsat supports aviation safety services to nearly 10,000 aircraft, delivering Automatic Dependent Surveillance Contract (ADS-C) and
Controller Pilot Data link Communications (CPDLC) FANS service on a worldwide basis.
SITA SITA is partnering with Spanish and Portuguese air navigation service providers AENA and NAV Portugal to deliver data link infrastructure for pre-operational testing in preparation for introduction of
Controller Pilot Data Link Communications across the Iberian Peninsula by 2013.