United States. Newark Liberty International Airport's (EWR) new Terminal A offers private Wi-Fi 6, DAS and LTE connection on the 5G network. With this, it has achieved two improvements, firstly offering a better experience for its passengers and, secondly, an increase in power for terminal operations.
It is relevant to note that, of these changes, the private LTE network is focused on sustaining the operations and critical activity of the air terminal, hence the importance of a stable connection. For its part, the Wifi 6 stands out since it makes use of the 6 GHz frequency and with this offers a connection with better performance.
In short, thanks to Boingo, the connectivity provider in charge of these improvements, "the converged network enabled for 5G improves the passenger experience and enhances terminal operations."
Robert Galvin, chief technology officer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, commented:
"This project represents a shining example of how leveraging a public/private partnership can help deliver technological innovation in service to a reimagined Newark airport experience."
Boingo Wireless' solution has deployed a world-class network that meets passenger demand for fast, seamless connectivity, while providing a robust connectivity backbone to support digital airport operations.
"Newark Terminal A is using a combination of leading wireless technologies to create an advanced technology experience for travelers and airport employees."
Added value
According to a statement from the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), the organization to which Bioingo belongs, the private network that was deployed in Terminal A "supports daily activity on the airport apron, including the outdoor and airside areas where aircraft are parked, loaded and unloaded, refueled, they are addressed and maintained."
This is why the company says it provides a cost-effective implementation for outdoor connectivity "in a hard-to-reach area that requires ample bandwidth for connected devices."
Mike Finley, CEO of Boingo, said: "Newark Airport Terminal A is an impressive facility where technology is integral to the overall experience, from extensive digital signage to baggage handling, aircraft maintenance and logistics management.
It required our team to think carefully about which use cases needed to be compatible, analyze the complexities, and determine how to best leverage a combination of today's leading wireless technologies to ensure reliable connectivity across the expanding facility."
Finally, a fact to keep in mind is that the Boingo DAS network in Newark Terminal A is a neutral host, "offering LTE and 5G solutions from all tier one operators on a managed central platform." In general, this solution is also used to support basic airport operations such as baggage reconciliation systems, baggage scanners, digital signage, staff iPads, contractor delivery logistics, as well as airport and retail concessions.
*Cover photo of this story taken from the official Facebook account of Newark Liberty International Airport.
