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MATIP Type A
MATIP Type A enables the transportation of traditional airline reservation, ticketing, and messaging data over IP networks, replacing legacy airline communication systems and streamlining operations across global aviation networks..
Overview
MATIP (Mapping of Airline Traffic over Internet Protocol) defines standardized methods for transporting traditional airline messaging protocols like SITA Type A on IP-based networks. Port 350 specifically corresponds to MATIP Type A, used worldwide in the airline industry to carry vital operational communication data.
Protocol Details
This protocol encapsulates airline legacy messaging formats, such as reservation data, baggage handling, and flight operations, within TCP or UDP packets. MATIP facilitates seamless migration of airlines’ proprietary mainframe or X.25 message-switching systems to modern IP infrastructure, improving cost-effectiveness and interoperability without modifying existing application software.
Implementation
MATIP Type A usually operates via dedicated airline network providers partnered with IATA, ensuring end-to-end delivery through predefined gateways. It enables multiple virtual circuits over a single physical IP link, adhering to IATA standards, ensuring compatibility, and often coexisting alongside other airline protocols.