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Aviation

Connecting the skies through drone and aviation APIs that make real-time flight intelligence possible

GSMA Fusion is leading the industry toward open aviation APIs

The aviation industry depends on reliable, advanced connectivity to operate safely and efficiently. Drones, airports, and airlines all need intelligent network access that adapts to quickly. GSMA Fusion brings mobile operators and the aviation industry together to define and deploy the next generation of aviation APIs.

These APIs enable seamless data exchange between air and ground systems, powering safer, more flexible operations. From live drone command to predictive maintenance, network programming creates a trusted foundation for critical services. Aviation APIs help ensure low latency, strong security, and global interoperability, essential for autonomous flight, monitoring, and control. Through Fusion, operators and enterprises can align on standards that support safe, compliant, and efficient flight at scale. By collaborating now, the industry can accelerate air mobility, improve emergency response, and prepare networks for a new era of connected aviation.

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Fusion brings the voice of the enterprise directly into the telecom ecosystem. By aligning operator capabilities with real market needs, we’re unlocking APIs that solve real problems, at scale, and globally.

Barney Stinton, Market Development Manager – Aviation, GSMA

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Blog: How Network APIs Can Unlock the Next Era of Connected Aviation

Discover how Open Gateway network APIs are transforming air traffic control, PNT resilience, and autonomous aviation.

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Relevant aviation APIs

Full list of CAMARA APIs can be found here.

Geofencing Subscriptions

Define and monitor no-fly zones, enabling drones to safely navigate and comply with aviation regulations.

API documentation

Quality on Demand (QoD)

Dynamically allocate network resources for low-latency, high-reliability drone control and live video transmission.

API documentation

Population Density Data

Provides population density estimations for a specified area and time interval.

API documentation

Aviation Contributors

Enterprises and aviation innovators working with GSMA Fusion to define connectivity requirements and publish Statements of Requirement that help shape Open Gateway APIs for the aviation industry.

Work with Us

Partner with GSMA Fusion to shape the future of connected aviation. Define your requirements, and work with mobile operators to deploy aviation APIs that deliver secure, advanced connectivity for tomorrow’s air systems.