The biggest connectivity challenges facing aviation
Oct 21, 2026
Overview
In this segment from the GSMA Open Gateway webinar on aviation connectivity, experts from Idemia, Seamless Air Alliance, Orange and Cranfield University examine the biggest technology and connectivity challenges facing the sector. They discuss the shift from fixed to semi-permanent and mobile infrastructure, biometric smart lanes and changing operational models, the multi-stakeholder, the high-risk nature of aviation, vendor lock-in and interoperability in in-flight connectivity, and the operator priorities of coverage, predictability, resilience and interoperability.
Featuring:
- Jack Mandala, CEO, Seamless Air Alliance
- Khalil El Borji, Business Development Manager for Network APIs & Digital Trust, Orange
- Weisi Guo, Head of Centre for Assured & Connected Autonomy, Cranfield University
- Will King, Vice President, Growth & Advisory, IDEMIA Travel & Transport
Broadcast live: October 2026