In-flight Connectivity Analysis Using Ka & Ku-band HTS with Hybrid Compatibility Solution

In this paper, we propose a connectivity analysis solution to integrate satellite-based ground gateways with terrestrial networks capable of transmitting Terabit/s of data throughput to fast moving narrow body and wide body planes. Taking into consideration the need for higher bandwidth and lower latency communication, we propose a gateway connection for backhauling traffic through terrestrial base stations. These satellite gateway feeder links will significantly improve overall throughput by utilizing feeder links in parallel with minimal ground network topology alternations. The proposed solution will provide real-time services to LEO, MEO & GEO satellites in connection with In-Flight Connectivity (IFC). This will include all types of managed broadband services on the plane, on-board monitoring, tracking and control services available in a fiber-like connection.