In a world where getting on an airplane is almost as common as hopping on a bus, it is critically important that airports and airlines maintain connection regardless of whether there is a blackout due to computer glitches, natural disasters, or perhaps even terrorism.
This is being achieved by a new satellite service of SITA Managed Satellites even for airports located in the most remote or infrastructure-limited locations.
The fully managed service is now available in over 130 countries, offering primary, secondary, and emergency connectivity options tailored specifically for the air transport industry. It takes advantage of low earth orbit (LEO) satellites to deliver secure, high-bandwidth, low-latency communications that keep airport systems running continuously.
From earthquakes to extreme weather and fiber cuts, many airports, large and small, have experienced partial or complete outages. Even in major hubs, network congestion during peak periods can strain bandwidth and disrupt key services.
Connectivity includes off-airport locations, aircraft maintenance hangars, cargo hubs, and even remote sites without existing digital infrastructure. It also unlocks temporary service for new route openings, seasonal operations, or rapid emergency deployments. This makes sure that ground crews and systems are never out of touch.
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