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Astronautics Corporation of America (Hall 4 Stand F18) has announced it will support Airbus Helicopters with its air ground communications system (AGCS). As Astronautics’ newest connectivity platform, AGCS will serve as a solution for Airbus’s new-production helicopters. The platform consists of an airborne server, wireless communications module, remote media device and ground server software that work together to create an air-to-ground modular data transmission system. Astronautics’ AGCS is expected to be approved by the end of 2018.

 


According to Astronautics, AGCS protects avionics from non-authorized access through a modern cybersecurity framework. It also allows for wireless access to operational and maintenance data while in flight as well as on the ground and. AGCS has the capability to send and receive data through different communication channels and can store and retrieve operational data within the system.

 


“The Astronautics AGCS will provide Airbus Helicopters a connectivity solution designed specifically for helicopters with the latest certification regulations [Data Security and CRI],” said Chad Cundiff, Astronautics president. “Helicopter operators will realize enhanced operational and safety benefits through real-time data access. Plus, the AGCS’ modular design and upgradeability will ensure the system can rapidly evolve to provide operators the latest state-of-the-art digital innovation.”

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