You can get a free, 12-page e-book from Collins at this link, all about Aircraft Interface Devices (AID).
What’s an Aircraft Interface Device (AID) on Boeing & Airbus & What Does it Do? Acting as a ‘bridge’ between the aircraft & EFB, the main benefits are; saving money, increasing efficiency & enhancing safety.
An AID is a piece of avionics hardware that connects an aircraft’s electronic flight bag (EFB) to the aircraft’s databus.
This allows the EFB to process data in real time, and to act as a communications and information centre.
What’s more, many AIDs can automatically connect to VHF ACARS in the air (low bandwidth applications only) then in-turn connect to the cockpit EFBs through the AID’s own wireless network for the cockpit.
This means even on aircraft without satellite connectivity, EFBs can have a connection to the ground while airborne, allowing several significant benefits;
Benefits of an AID
Safety: AIDs can help pilots make better decisions about flight performance and weather avoidance.
Efficiency: AIDs can help reduce fuel burn and improve fuel efficiency, because the power of ground-based computing & ai is added to the on-board resources.
Cost savings: AIDs can help operators save money – while low-bandwidth, they are much cheaper than a satcom system for the aircraft.
Predictive maintenance: AIDs can help with predictive maintenance.
For more info on integration for your aircraft, airlines, operators & business jet owners can use this easy short form (select Aircraft Interface Devices from the drop-down) please CLICK HERE