Stable Internet in Russian Airplanes: New "Efir-600" Antenna Passes Tests

The device manufactured by MNIIРС will provide passengers with Internet access and the crew with secure communication

Moscow's MNIIРС has completed a key stage in testing the "Efir-600" antenna, which can provide broadband Internet and stable communication on board aircraft.

The device, operating in the Ku-band, automatically locks onto geostationary satellites and maintains the channel even at high speeds and temperature changes. During tests at the institute's test site, the antenna successfully connected to the "Express-AM7" satellite, confirming its readiness for operation in real conditions.

The system is designed for mainline airliners of both Russian and foreign production. Passengers will receive stable access to the Internet, and the crew will receive secure channels for voice communication and data exchange via ACARS and CPDLC. All components and software of the antenna are created in Russia.

In the future, "Efir-600" will find application not only in aviation, but also in the maritime fleet, including icebreakers, as well as on the railway. The versatility of the platform allows scaling the technology to different types of transport where reliable satellite communication is required in motion.

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