| Description |
1 online resource (xix, 350 pages) : illustrations, maps |
| Series |
Wiley InterScience online books
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| Contents |
Aeronautical Radio Communication Systems and Networks; Contents; Preface; Dedications; About the Author; Revisions, Corrections, Updates, Liability; Book Layout and Structure; 1 Introduction; 2 Theory Governing Aeronautical Radio Systems; 3 VHF Communication; 4 Military Communication Systems; 5 Long-Distance Mobile Communications; 6 Aeronautical Telemetry Systems; 7 Terrestrial Backhaul and the Aeronautical Telecommunications Network; 8 Future Aeronautical Mobile Communication Systems; 9 The Economics of Radio; 10 Ground Installations and Equipment; 11 Avionics |
| Summary |
Typically, there are over twenty radio systems on board the average commercial jet aircraft dealing with communication, navigation and surveillance functions. Very high frequency (VHF) air-to-ground communication is usually the main method of℗¡ information and control exchange between pilot and air traffic control. Satellite and high frequency radio links are used to complement this system for long range or oceanic information exchanges. Other communications systems are required between the airline operation centre and the pilot and sometimes between the passengers and the ground. A comprehensi |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Aeronautics -- Communication systems.
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Radio in aeronautics.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Wiley InterScience (Online service)
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| ISBN |
0470035099 (electronic bk.) |
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0470035102 |
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9780470035092 (electronic bk.) |
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9780470035108 |
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