Reading Time: 4 MinuteIn the world of aviation, safety, timeliness, and accuracy of information are non-negotiable. One of the key tools used to disseminate time-sensitive information is the NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions). Traditionally, NOTAMs have been textual, manually interpreted messages that pilots and aviation stakeholders use to stay updated on changes in airspace, runway availability, hazards, and…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteLadies and gentlemen, dear children, this is your captain speaking. Or is it? This familiar announcement may soon be a nostalgic echo from a bygone era of aviation. With the advent of automatic taxiing and take-off capabilities poised to join existing automatic landing systems, we are on the cusp of a revolutionary chapter in air…
Reading Time: 3 MinuteThe traditional airport experience has long been associated with long lines, passport checks, and the repeated presentation of travel documents. But that reality is quickly evolving. In next-generation airports, passengers can now travel using only their faces, without ever having to show a physical ID. At the heart of this transformation lies biometric technology. Yet,…
Reading Time: 6 MinuteInsights from Practical Applications and Future Directions The airline industry is undergoing a significant transformation. For decades, this complex and highly coordinated system relied on human expertise and manual processes. Today, however, it’s entering a new chapter one shaped by smart technologies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the overall travel experience. From flight…
Reading Time: 5 MinuteThe global agenda is being transformed by climate change, making sustainability more than a buzzword. There has been pressure on the aviation industry to innovate and operate more sustainably due to its carbon-intensive footprint. It is often overlooked, but airports play a crucial role in this transformation, often underappreciated. Beyond their basic function as hubs…
Reading Time: 5 MinuteNavigating an airport can often feel like a journey into the future, with sleek designs, advanced security screening, and global connectivity. Increasingly, that future includes a new cast of characters: service robots. Robots are becoming an increasingly common sight in terminals worldwide, from cleaning floors to delivering food and even performing security checks. This isn’t…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteDigital twin technology provides a virtual representation of an airport’s physical assets and processes, enabling real-time monitoring and simulation of complex operations. A digital twin can be broadly defined as a digital counterpart of a physical object or system. In the context of Industry 4.0, this approach allows airports to integrate data from sensors, aircraft,…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteTraditional passport checks, long queues, the rush to find your boarding pass… All of these are gradually becoming things of the past. As of 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have launched revolutionary projects to digitalize and make the travel experience contactless. This transformation is not merely…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteThe traditional image of air traffic control (ATC) is often associated with towering structures overseeing airports, where controllers manage aircraft movements with a direct line of sight. However, technological advancements are reshaping this concept. The imposing and gigantic control towers that have been a staple of airports for decades may no longer be necessary. This…
Reading Time: 3 MinutePicture this: You’re at the airport, eagerly awaiting your flight, when a swarm of impatient passengers crowds the boarding gate long before their group is called. This phenomenon, humorously dubbed “gate lice,” has long plagued travelers and airline staff alike. In response, American Airlines has rolled out innovative technology to combat this boarding chaos. But…
