In this episode, Barbara Pareglio from GSMA talks about the critical role of connectivity in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). She explains how GSMA’s work in mobile technologies, including 4G, 5G and future 6G, is helping enable scalable, secure and interoperable solutions for drones and emerging aviation platforms.

The discussion explores how mobile networks can support beyond visual line-of-sight operations, enhance safety through digital identification and tracking, and provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional aviation communication systems. Pareglio also outlines GSMA-led initiatives around drone identity, detect-and-avoid systems, and data-driven risk mitigation.

Looking ahead, she highlights the importance of integrating connectivity into aviation design from the outset, enabling more autonomous, data-rich and efficient airspace management, while stressing collaboration across industries to accelerate innovation.