# Predictive Communications for Low-Altitude Networks

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.01705 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2509.01705/

## Key facts

- Cited by 1 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 1 Sep 2025.

## Built on by (most cited first, 1 of 1)

- [Active Learning for Low-Altitude Radio Map Construction via Plug-and-Play Flow Matching](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2609.27486/) (2026)

## Abstract (arXiv)

The emergence of dense, mission-driven aerial networks supporting the low-altitude economy presents unique communication challenges, including extreme channel dynamics and severe cross-tier interference. Traditional reactive communication paradigms are ill-suited to these environments, as they fail to leverage the network's inherent predictability. This paper introduces predictive communication, a novel paradigm transforming network management from reactive adaptation to proactive optimization. The approach is enabled by fusing predictable mission trajectories with stable, large-scale radio environment models (e.g., radio maps). Specifically, we present a hierarchical framework that decomposes the predictive cross-layer resource allocation problem into three layers: strategic (routing), tactical (timing), and operational (power). This structure aligns decision-making timescales with the accuracy levels and ranges of available predictive information. We demonstrate that this foresight-driven framework achieves an order-of-magnitude reduction in cross-tier interference, laying the groundwork for robust and scalable low-altitude communication systems.