Air Transport IT Review - Air Traffic Management
Special edition | February 2009 | Download PDF version (2.84 MB)
The case for national and regional ATC networks
Many new CNS applications require efficient and dependable digital networking. The production and exchange of flight data messages, NOTAMs, aeronautical messages, weather messages and so on are increasingly based on modern client/server or web technologies that demand efficient IP communications. Legacy messaging protocols such as AFTN are being converted to AMHS, which also needs an underlying IP network infrastructure.
Data link enables environmental benefits
SITA is playing a key role in a range of Air Transport Industry initiatives aimed at reducing fuel consumption and the environmental impact of aviation, which is estimated to account for around 2% of global greenhouse gases.
Helping ANSPs prepare for EU Data Link Services Implementation Rule
In anticipation of this legislation, SITA has developed a set of products and services designed to support ANSPs in complying with the applicable elements of the rule.
A short term reprieve for ATM?
The current down turn will allow the introduction of a modernized and efficient air navigation system without the daily pressures resulting from a system that's - in many instances - unable to cope efficiently and safely with further increases in air traffic movements.
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