Aireon To Offer Global Aircraft Tracking as 'Public Service'
The service will provide search-and-rescue organizations with the location and last flight track of any 1090 MHz ADS-B transponder-equipped aircraft.
Shown is an Iridium Next satellite. The new constellation will be placed in orbit between next year and 2017. (Image: Iridium Communications)
Shown is an Iridium Next satellite. The new constellation will be placed in orbit between next year and 2017. (Image: Iridium Communications)