Honeywell and NXP Semiconductors will expand their partnership to develop AI-driven technology for aviation and autonomous flying, the companies said on Wednesday. Under the partnership, the companies will combine Honeywell's Anthem avionics — a cloud-connected cockpit system — and chipmaker NXP's computing architecture to improve planning and managing flights.

Honeywell and NXP Semiconductors have expanded their avionics partnership with an eye toward autonomous flight and artificial intelligence (AI). The companies will also work together to develop large-area displays for next-generation cockpits with thinner, higher resolution screens to improve visual...

NXP's domain-based architecture, featuring high compute, cybersecurity, and safety, will be tailored for aviation use.

Honeywell (HON) and NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NXPI) announced a partnership expansion that will combine the capabilities of Honeywell Anthem avionics with NXP's high-performance computing architecture.

The companies will work on streamlining the adoption of advanced avionics systems and prolonging the operational lifespan of essential aviation technologies.