Connectivity is central to IoT,” the authors of From the Ground Up write. “It is the glue that binds all the sensors and devices in a system together. Connectivity drives opportunities by providing pathways to transfer data in real-time and enabling predictive capabilities.
by Terry Gardner In 2015, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA or Sea-Tac) served more than 42 million passengers and was the 13th busiest airport in the U.S. By the end of this year, it may become a top 10 airport by serving more than 45 million passengers. Sea-Tac currently has 80 gates located in its Central[…]
by Stephanie Faris The Irish Aviation Authority recently announced that last summer’s air traffic control trials were a success, paving the way for controllers to manage multiple towers from one location. The remote air traffic control study began with IAA installing towers, sensors and cameras at three locations, connecting each of them to one room[…]
by Alicia Chinatomby Passengers on airplanes like to eat and drink. That’s a fact. Whether they’re hungry, or thirsty or merely passing the time, people are always interested in checking out menu options during their flight. But as we all know, in-flight meals are no longer free. And snack options vary widely from airline to[…]
by Ant Pruitt Earlier in the day, I was traversing a desert landscape filled with flashing lights, high rollers, pyramids and an Eiffel Tower replica. And now, an hour later, I found myself in Utah at the Salt Lake International Airport. This quaint (and beautiful!) airport has always been one of my favorite stops when[…]
by Stephanie Faris From Feb. 1, 2017, until Aug. 31, 2017, JAL SKY NEXT will provide free connectivity on all equipped domestic flights. The service is provided through Gogo using our satellite internet technology. The airline said, “You may connect your smartphone, tablet, PC or other Wi-Fi capable device to the internet to browse the[…]
by Jordan Wold Admit it. When you’re on the airplane, a part of you wishes you could trade places with the pilot. Like a lot of people, you want to know what it feels like to soar through the sky, manning a powerful and sleek aircraft. But, alas, you’re probably not a millionaire. And that[…]
by Stephanie Faris A passenger can sit down on a plane in the morning and be in another part of the world by the end of the day. However, that convenience comes at a price. Travelers often experience jet lag and nausea, as well as other symptoms that come from traveling thousands of feet in[…]
by Jordan Wold Picture this: money is no object, and your friends and family are either A) not able to attend, or B) up for visiting anywhere in the world. Where would you go then? Really think about it. Maybe you’re done with the tourist-y theme parks and their horrific long lines and instead you[…]
by Stephanie Faris Travelers to and from our nation’s capital now have an additional option when waiting for their flight. A newly built airport gym at the Baltimore Washington International Airport is one of 20 such facilities that will be installed in the next couple of years. In addition to this new gym, travelers can[…]