This is a behind-the-scenes look at the high-tech brain centres of modern aviation. The book is designed for aviation and computing professionals who probe the use of aviation computer systems in everything from aircraft design and manufacture to flight planning, weather forecasting and air-traffic monitoring. Full of case studies, synopses of successful applications and interviews with industry leaders, the book provides a comprehensive overview of airline, military, government, air traffic control, simulation and communication systems, as well as today's latest avcomps software. It also includes illustrations of aviation computer systems, product descriptions and analyses, and a directory of manufacturers.