Aireon signs deal for expanded ADS-B distribution with Airbus

Space-based air traffic management data product and service provider Aireon has signed an expanding distribution agreement with Airbus, allowing more users access to its space-based ADS-B data under a multi-year contract first inked in 2018. Aireon describes multi-sourced real-time flight position data as ‘one of the pillars to provide airlines, aircraft lessors and lessees and other aviation stakeholders advanced digital solutions,’ with Skywise Core users able to leverage data-driven solutions across their operations. “Aireon’s data holds a great deal of potential for Airbus and its customer base,” commented Peter Cabooter, Aireon vice president of customer affairs. “The power of, not