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Tuesday, 21 June 2022
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| 10.10 - 10.30 |
ENAIRE |
Title: Communication networks as an effective response to threats against air navigation systems: cybersecurity and ATS contingency
Speaker(s):
Ángel Crespo Pérez, ENAIRE |
Abstract: An air navigation system is under permanent threat, in some cases due to natural or unavoidable causes (floods, fires, earthquakes...), and in others, for a deliberate purpose (for example, terrorist or military attack). To avoid a severe impact of such threats on the service provided, two types of measures can be implemented: risk prevention and risk mitigation, with communications networks playing a relevant role in both. Regarding the former, an adequate approach to cybersecurity in the network is essential to protect air navigation systems from malicious attacks, an increasingly serious problem due to the growing teleworking scenario and the emergence of the so-called hybrid war. Concerning the latter, it is also essential to implement an ATS contingency strategy that allows any ATC centre to recover its operability as quick as possible in the event of a disaster. Such a strategy is not feasible unless the communication network is carefully designed to successfully deal with this scenario. |
| 10.40 - 11.00 |
The BOEING Company |
Title: Path to Sustainable Aviation - Boeing's Commitment to Operational Efficiency
Speaker(s):
Chip Meserole, The Boeing Company
Sherry Yang, The Boeing Company |
Abstract: Safe and sustainable aviation is vital to the global economy. For its role in achieving the aviation industry’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, Boeing has committed to a comprehensive sustainability strategy. In addition to fleet renewal with each generation of aircraft reducing fuel use and emissions by 15% to 25%, improvements in operational efficiency can collectively reduce fuel use and emissions by approximately 10% in the near term and can be implemented fairly quickly at a relatively low cost. For more than two decades, Boeing has worked with airlines, governments, industry trade groups and academia to operate and fly airplanes more efficiently while increasing safety.
This presentation shares our journey on digital transformation of ATM, Air/Ground Integration, flight efficiency technologies, and airspace operational efficiencies. |
| 11.10 - 11.30 |
UFA, Inc. |
Title: Delivering Remote ATC Training - Lessons Learned during the Pandemic and Innovations for the Future of Training
Speaker(s):
Glynn Turner, UFA, Inc. - Director, International Business Development
Sean Connolly, UFA, Inc. - Head of Strategic Partnerships
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Abstract: During the COVID-19 outbreak, the World’s Air Traffic Management System experienced massive reductions in traffic, lost income, and cancellation of complete ATC training programs. Training providers urgently needed innovative ways to deliver critical training that complied with extreme pandemic restrictions.
This presentation explains how UFA and our customers jointly investigated how the use of cloud-based training tools and simulators, could provide better trainee self-learning and greater access to remote training. The solution built on proven UFA simulation products already used by customers, meaning they could leverage their established simulator knowledge and previous investment by re-using current databases and exercise with UFA’s Cloud-based, self-learning tools and the newly delivered UFA Virtual Simulation Center (VSC).
ATCloud™ portal offers comprehensive, robust, and reliable training to customers, providing Professional Knowledge, RT Phraseology, and Radar Skills training. The VSC provides virtual machines for all simulator positions, including a full 3D view of the training airport. All systems are accessed remotely by staff and students.
Having achieved excellent results, three customers commented on their successes, and these will be shared during our presentation.
These innovative tools underpin our “Training Anytime, Anywhere” mantra and meet customer needs for improved self-learning packages and remote training for students. |
| 11.40 - 12.00 |
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH
& Co.KG |
Title: Leading the ATC transformation: Voice Communication as a Service
Speaker:
Alexandru Negulescu, Rohde & Schwarz Topex S.A.
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Abstract: In an ever-complex operating environment and having to deal with persistent post-COVID challenges, ANSPs all over the world are looking for innovative solutions and business models to provide their customers sustainable air navigation services.
To address the paramount customer’s safety, security and efficiency requirements, industry is nowadays expected to deliver both field proven technologies for architecting more resilient infrastructures, and to find partnership business models to sustain them throughout their lifecycle.
Join our expert talk "Leading the ATC transformation: voice communication as a service" and get more information about our quad-redundant, IP based CERTIUM VCS. |
| 12.10 – 12.30 |
ERA a.s. |
Title: From Prediction to Validation – Full Usage of Surveillance Data
Speaker(s):
Vojtěch Pék, ERA
Tomáš Lipták, Product Manager, ERA
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Abstract: The path of ERA from prediction to validation is marked by more than 25 years of experience and 130 systems around the world. In ever-changing environments, attaining the surveillance systems performance remains key, however, may not be the only thing. Nowadays, the customer perspective on the surveillance system is getting more complex looking for answers on how system is designed, how it works, how it is maintained and how it may be expanded in the future. Above all, mostly discussed topic is the frequency of verification - the performance of surveillance system to be verified not just once, but on regular basis against its performance predictions.
This presentation will describe how ERA has prepared itself to meet the requirements of even the most demanding customers by supplying not only top MLAT sensors but also tools enabling continuous sensor performance validation.
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| 12:40 - 13:00 |
Micro Nav Ltd |
Title: Enriching ATC Simulation with Data
Speaker(s):
David Marshall, Micro Nav Ltd.
Bianca Luana Iacob, Micro Nav Ltd.
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Abstract: Micro Nav present a new dimension to ATC simulation. A dimension which allows our customers to mine the rich and valuable data that lies within each and every simulation session. The data can be amplified into insightful and constructive metrics to better inform and determine the outcomes for vital Environmental, Training, and Operational decision makers.
For many years, airport and airspace changes have been evaluated using a range of fast time modelling tools which can create superb 4D models to support and facilitate operational and business decisions. With the ability to mine simulation data you can now enhance that modelling capability by providing real-time ATC performance data and metrics to allow evaluation and comparability to advise stakeholders in their decision-making, ensuring any change is safe, efficient and supports sustainable aviation aspirations.
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| 13.10 – 13.30 |
Collins Aerospace |
Title: The Connected Aviation Ecosystem
Speaker(s):
Nicholas Liberko, Principal Research Engineer, Collins Aerospace
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Abstract: Today’s topic will focus on the critical importance of extracting actionable information from data in the aviation ecosystem. The session provides a short discussion of where we have been, where we are, and where we are going: a globally connected aviation ecosystem, powered by secured and managed data and information.
The roots of aviation systems, both commercial and federal, can be traced to the early days of general-purpose computing. Until recently (2015 in the US) critical Air Traffic Management systems were hosted on main frame computers using a programming language that has not been taught in universities for many years. These early systems were critical and important to the aviation industry. The systems reflected the original computing paradigm – a stored program (Von Neumann) computer with local input, processing, and output.
In these early systems, networking and data mobility were still on the horizon. As inexpensive, reliable networking, and powerful software stacks became widely available, the utility and central purpose of computing systems changed. Computing systems became distributed and mobile. Systems are now used for communications as much or more than they are used for computing. We all walk around with a supercomputer in our pocket. We have access to information that we never imagined would be possible. This ability to share information has driven changes in the operational domain such as enhanced collaborative decision making, remote towers, and flight and flow management.
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| 13.40 – 14.00 |
Intersoft Electronics Services |
Title: CNS Measurements to the Next Level
Speaker(s):
Domien De Ruyck, Intersoft Electronics Services/Managing Director
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Abstract: Skyguide and Intersoft Electronics Services will be giving their vision on the future of CNS measurements. The usage of dedicated equipment such as SkyRF, an Intersoft Electronics Services’ drone platform delivering radio frequency (RF) measurement services for performance analysis on Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) installations is crucial.
The dedicated equipment onboard SkyRF and the software platform were specifically built for measuring NavAids and Radar performance in the field. Measuring and analyzing signals at elevation was never before so easy, accurate and reliable. SkyRF complements ground measurements and reduces the need for flight checks with more than 50%.
SkyRF supports commissioning, certification and maintenance of primary & secondary radar, ILS & DME, TACAN & VOR, featuring unique advantages:
1. Complete radar up- and downlink measurement, no need for checking multiple subassemblies individually
2. Much lower operational impact compared to conventional flight checks for NavAids: less downtime, less support from technicians required, less notification air messages to be published for pilots
3. Instant, reliable and repeatable measurements, no estimates, no theoretic calculations but real measurements
SkyRF offers CNS measurements as a service. As such, Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and the need for qualified flight testers, insurance and a lot of administrative overhead are avoided. With SkyRF, commissioning, certification and maintenance of CNS systems are performed faster, more accurate and at a much lower cost.
SkyRF operates manufacturer independent and is available for ANSP’s and military operating CNS NavAids and Radar.
SkyRF makes the sky safer.
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| 14.10 – 14.30 |
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH
& Co.KG |
Title: LDACS Paves the Way to ATM Digitalization: A Cornerstone for Efficient Deployment of Upcoming ATM Operational Concepts and Enabling CNS Integration.
Speaker(s):
Francesco Gualtieri, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG.
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Abstract: Aviation is currently experiencing a significant digital transformation to ensure sustainability and efficiency. New multilink-based communication models are now being implemented to support the deployment of upcoming ATM operational concepts, like Sectorless Flying, 4D-Trajectories and integration of CNS services.
The L-Band communcation datalink LDACS is a significant pillar of this future scenario. Leveraging on its strong experience in ATC communication and on its advanced technological know-how, Rohde & Schwarz is deeply involved in supporting the definition and the validation of this new technology.
The R&S LDACS demonstrators for both avionic and ground installations are the cornerstones to achieve the necessary maturity level for this new technology.
Being active on both sides of the ground-to-air communication, Rohde & Schwarz plays a key role in guaranteeing the full interoperability of the LDACS Datalink.
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| 14.40 – 15.00 |
Vaisala |
Title: Winds of change – Mitigating the risks of windshear with next-gen lidar technology
Speaker(s):
Imad Abbadi, Vaisala
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Abstract: Air traffic is facing more and more constraints. The continuously increasing impact of climate change is leading to more extreme weather and weather hazards such as turbulence and windshear.
Windshear is a persistent risk for aviation: It occurs at a height, and under flying conditions when aircraft are most vulnerable during takeoff and landing. Large commercial airliners might be unable to recover from such drastic disruptions, endangering safety, and spiraling costs.
Windshear detection systems help airport decision-makers understand and prepare for these weather conditions to keep operations safe and efficient. The ideal system leverages several different detection methods, such as wind lidar and weather radar, integrates a range of local weather conditions and other factors, and is customized to an airport’s unique conditions and needs.
Join us for this presentation to hear how weather detection technology from Vaisala, the global leader in meteorological observations systems for airports, is helping to mitigate the risk of windshear and improve aviation safety and efficiency.
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| 15.10 – 15.30 |
Searidge Technologies |
Title: Digital Towers and Hybrid Operations
Speaker(s):
Ginette Bebeung, EVP, Strategic Programs, Searidge Technologies
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Abstract: Digital Towers and Hybrid Operations: France's Direction des Services de la Navigation Aérienne (DSNA) has been a leading adopter of Digital Tower technology to support a variety of operations throughout the country. Join us for a deep dive into how Searidge Technologies has worked with France's Direction des Services de la navigation aérienne on different types of airports (low, medium, and high-intensity runway operations) with non-identical concepts of operations and bespoke implementation approaches. We will explore the differences in the need assessments, runway operation volumes and airport sizes, challenges and proposed technology solutions. |
| 15.40 - 16.00 |
Skyguide |
Title: Switch-on the light! Detect, understand and solve your ATN CPDLC problems!
Speaker(s):
Luc Chevalley, Skyguide
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Abstract: Airline Operators, CSPs and ANSPs invested heavily to implement ATN CPDLC over VDL2, but many continue to suffer of several issues jeopardizing the possibility to reap the fruits. Thanks to the Skyguide CPDLC Cockpit, stakeholders can easily dive into the complexities of the ATN, understand where your data flow, detect issues and identify associated root causes in a fast and easy manner.
The CPDLC cockpit is a web-based real-time monitoring solution providing unprecedented capabilities thanks to a user-friendly and powerful search engine and customizable dashboards. Based on a PaaS shared by all stakeholders, the CPDLC Cockpit uses cutting-edge technology.
CPDLC Cockpit enables the ANSP, the Communication Service Provider or Airline Operators to:
• Detect CPDLC service degradation in real time
• Single out root causes and impacted areas (avionic or ANSP software, ACSP or routing, VDL2 frequency or specific Ground Station)
• Identify VDL2 frequencies jamming
• and much more …
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| 16.10 - 16.30 |
INDRA |
Title: Boosting the Digital Transformation of the ATM Network
Speaker(s):
Víctor Martínez, INDRA
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| 16.40 - 17.00 |
Hensoldt |
Title: Airspace surveillance in ATC – windfarm mitigation techniques
Speaker(s):
Karl Thompson, Sales Director ATC, Hensoldt Sensors |
Abstract: The greatest future challenge to the delivery of safe non-cooperative target airspace surveillance is the emergence and exponential growth of wind turbine renewable energy generation. International agreements, national targets and wind farm developments are held up by the adverse effect those very turbines have on primary and secondary radar sensors. This paper looks at some of the renewable sector challenges to flight safety and the techniques that are applied, to greater or lesser utility, to mitigate the effect of wind turbine radar clutter. Only when these are understood and proactively invested in can wind and aviation coexistence be achieved. |
| 17.10 - 17.30 |
ENAIRE |
Title: Towards the early adoption of ARAIM services: PROARAIM experimentation campaign results
Speaker(s):
Xavier Quiles Calatayud, ENAIRE
Juan Ibañez Noguera, ENAIRE |
Abstract: The Advanced Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitor (ARAIM) concept is being developed as an evolution of the previous RAIM technology. The Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) technique has been widely used in aviation GNSS receivers as an ABAS augmentation to GNSS core constellations. Nowadays it is based on GPS L1. The ARAIM concept takes advantage of the GNSS modernization programs, using the new constellations and signals available for civil aviation navigation and the information on the constellation characteristics received via an Integrity Support Message (ISM). The initial ARAIM service will support a Horizontal ARAIM solution (H-ARAIM), and it is expected to provide superior performance compared to traditional RAIM. Later, the ARAIM service will also support a Vertical ARAIM solution (V-ARAIM). The PROARAIM project has pre-developed and experimented some of the key elements needed to validate, approve and monitor the future use of ARAIM to support flight operations, easing this way the early adoption of ARAIM services. |
| 17.40 - 18.00 |
Atech - Negócios em Tecnologias S/A |
Title: ATM 2030 - The next decade starts now
Speaker(s):
Edson Fagundes Gomes, ATECH |
Abstract: A new worldwide mindset will surround the following decades. Technology is one of the enablers of this new upcoming world, driving society to a new way of living and interaction in many segments. In preparation for this near future, brand new words are currently part of our dictionary, such as “metaverse”, “5G”, “crypto coin”, among others. In the aviation market, this is no different, where we are also dealing with new acronyms such as “UAM”, “eVTOL”, “cyber”, and “higher airspace”, among others, leading the entire aviation market to evolve to this new world.
In preparation for this new world, ANSPs worldwide have a considerable challenge; once that, they have to keep their current airspace infrastructure up and running. In contrast, they have to prepare themselves to evolve their CNS/ATM infrastructure to embrace this new world, where paradigms will be broken, without giving away the most precious keyword of aviation: safety.
Given the context above, in the ATM 2030 presentation, Atech will present our vision for supporting the ANSP with the challenges for the following decades by sharing our vision built based on research done in the last years, as well as what Atech has developed in terms of a new generation of ATC systems that are part of the ATM ecosystem. In addition, we will share our vision about how this new generation of ATM systems can be deployed to ANSP in a way that meets – in many ways – the expectation of ANSP.
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| Wednesday, 22 June |
| 10.10 – 10.30 |
INDRA |
Title: Remote tower control of a major capital airport
Speaker(s):
Martin Hasselknippe, INDRA
Viktor Zsóka, HungaroControl
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Abstract: Budapest will be the largest airport in Europe to be remotely managed by air traffic controllers from a digital remote tower center located outside of the airport area. In a longer term, multiple airports can be remotely controlled from the same center. Learn how HungaroControl expects to improve efficiency, safety and ATCO working conditions compared with conventional tower operation, and how Indra’s complete and integrated remote tower solution will help them achieve their goals. Mr. Viktor Zsóka, Head of Aerodrome ATM Systems Development, HungaroControl, will join me for this presentation.
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| 10.40 – 11.00 |
SOPRA STERIA |
Title: How our experience as digital industrial in collaborative innovative engineering projects can tackle upcoming challenges in ATM?
Speaker(s):
Didier Bosque, Sopra Steria
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Abstract: The ATM has been deeply disrupted in the last few years by the health crisis and it is likely that we will no longer fly like we used to. This upheaval was only a prelude to the real revolutions to come with climate and societal issues. ATM must adapt and address these new challenges.
During this conference, Sopra Steria, with more than 20 years of experience in ATM systems engineering, from design to implementation, will present its vision anchored in an industrial reality and its approach to sustainable aviation. After setting the scene, we will present our approach, based on a strong involvement in R&D programs to rethink engineering from the design phase, the mastery of new technologies to get the best out of them, and a collaborative and agile management philosophy, necessary when dealing with work of this magnitude.
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| 11:10 – 11.30 |
DFS Deutsche
Flugsicherung |
Title: Ad-hoc solution for civil and Military Traffic over Germany due to the war in Ukraine
Speaker(s):
Osman Saafan, DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH
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Abstract: With the invasion of Ukraine, overnight, a flexible corridor solution was implemented in German airspace and ready for extensive military operations of NATO partners. The disguised military operations in corridors were supported, while at the same time, additional military traffic outside the corridors was accommodated and it was made sure that the civil air traffic could go on flowing safely and with minimum disruption – even despite the broad-scale shift of traffic flows due to the war in Ukraine, the civil aviation recovery and the extensive closure of Russian airspace.
This was possible due to the long-established civil-military integration in Germany and an outstanding collaboration between the various players involved. |
| 11.40 – 12.00 |
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH
& Co.KG |
Title: Increasing air traffic safety through effective drone detection
Speaker(s):
Goetz Mayser, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG.
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Abstract: Drones that fly above prohibited areas are an increasing security risk. Remotely controlled drones repeatedly violate personal privacy, the boundaries of protected areas and air traffic safety.
Regardless of the drone pilot’s intention, drones pose a serious safety risk.
A multisensor approach is imperative in nearly all counter-drone scenarios, but is particularly important in the vicinity of airports. Radar technology is used especially to locate drones in the airspace. However, to locate the pilot, which is the only means to minimize costly downtimes, other technologies are needed. Learn more about remote control signal detections and in particular how to address the challenges encountered in the airport environment.
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| 12.10 – 12.30 |
INECO |
Title: BioMathematical Model for Fatigue Prediction in ATM
Speaker(s):
Marisol de Mena, INECO
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Abstract: Since the publication of the regulation (UE) 2017/373, requiring air traffic control service providers to develop policies and systems to manage risks associated with work-related fatigue (FRMS), many organizations are increasingly using biomathematical models for estimating the associated fatigue with shiftworkers’ duty schedules. INECO has developed an algorithm and a Fatigue Index Tool (INEFIT) to quantify the fatigue associated with any duty schedule using hours of work, Workload & Alert Questionnaires (WAQ) and actigraphy measures as input. All these functions allow us to conclude that the Biomathematical Model could become a tool of great help when assessing fatigue, and be able to take preventive measures that mitigate its associated risks.
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| 12.40 - 13.00 |
Saab, Inc. |
Title: Airport Drone Threat Management - Addressing the Gap between Detection and Defeat
Speaker(s):
Robert Brown, Saab
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Abstract: The number of small drones in the airspace continues to rise, as does the threat that they pose to traditional aviation at and around airports. Recognizing this threat, companies around the world have developed a multitude of drone detection and mitigation tools. However, most airports have yet to deploy such capabilities, and those that have often lack a holistic approach for how operational stakeholders coordinate and utilize them. This presentation will provide an overview of available drone detection and mitigation technologies and highlight what is needed to make them truly effective. |
| 13.10 - 13.30 |
Solace |
Title: Advanced Information Exchange, From Finance to SWIM
Speaker(s):
Wayne Osse, Solace
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Abstract: This presentation introduces Advanced Information Exchange, its application and use in ATM and SWIM in particular, along with its finance origins.
If data is gold, how do you ensure its safe exchange? Trading gold and currency on a global, fully distributed electronic information exchange across many countries has been live for over 30 years. How does this award-winning system safely trade over $1 trillion a day? It uses an Advanced Information Exchange (AIE). 30 years ago, its was custom built. Today, its clone uses off the shelf products with that are far more sustainable, but it is still realized using an AIE.
Advanced Information Exchange is used in critical data exchange realms such as stock exchanges, positive train control, connected cars, smart airports, and SWIM. Success is defined by higher reliability, security, efficiency, and real-time delivery and management on a federated information exchange that can grow up and down in real-time.
The key is an EDA foundation that is extremely safe, strong, flexible, and agile while being based on open standards. |
| 13.40 - 14.00 |
Vaisala |
Title: A solid future – How integrated, high performance weather radar technology is changing the game for aviation safety and efficiency
Speaker(s):
Aleksis Kajava, Vaisala
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Abstract: Having access to accurate and timely weather information is crucial for safe and efficient airport operations and to mitigate the impact of adverse weather.
Weather radars are a key component of an integrated Airport Weather Observation System (AWOS) that allows air traffic controllers and other users of airport weather information to make data driven decisions that improve safety and efficiency.
In this presentation you’ll hear how Vaisala’s cutting-edge Solid State weather radar technology is providing improved assessment, prediction, and preparation of adverse weather and windshear at and around the airport. |
| 14.10 - 14.30 |
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH
& Co.KG |
Title: Increasing air traffic safety through accurate and fast aircraft identification
Speaker(s):
Erwin Hainzinger, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG.
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Abstract: The rapidly growing air traffic is increasing the workload on air traffic controllers. Rohde & Schwarz supports air traffic controllers by providing direction finders and turnkey solutions for radiolocation of calling aircraft.
Providing controllers with automatic aircraft identification and immediate display on the radar screen helps them identify the calling aircraft quickly and securely. Call-sign confusions are significantly reduced and readback errors can be detected more easily.
Besides small-scale solutions for airports, Rohde & Schwarz also provides nationwide solutions for upper area control.
Learn more about the architecture of a nationwide solution and integration into the existing ATM system.
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| 14.40 - 15.00 |
Searidge Technologies |
Title: Digital Airports: Convergence of Infrastructure and Data
Speaker(s):
Pat Urbanek, Searidge Technologies
Marco Rueckert, Searidge Technologies
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Abstract: Adopting a common technology platform is enabling a digital ecosystem where data converges and is harnessed to provide enriched services and enhanced collaboration for airports and ANSPs. This digital ecosystem brings together technology, knowledge, and experience to create an environment optimized for successful Digital Airport deployments. The open integration and collaboration between stakeholders create a flexible foundation that offers choice, efficiencies, and investment protection. Through customer use cases, Searidge will showcase how a common platform and market-leading cybersecurity for inter-stakeholder data management can deliver measurable benefits for both ATC and Airport Operations. |
| 15.10 - 15.30 |
SOPRA STERIA |
Title: Towards Cloud architectures for core critical ATC Systems: Myth or Reality?
Speaker(s):
Romain Bouyssou, Sopra Steria
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Abstract: Safety and security of systems and operations have always been ATM pillars and mandatory backbones. Nevertheless, this necessary requirement becomes more and more a limitation to the domain transformation.
Moreover, the ATM domain is challenged by more processes’ integration, build and operations cost efficiency as well as environmental impact consideration. Thus, the supporting ATM Systems needs to:
· Evolve toward more flexibility, scalability, variability and openness;
· Embrace more efficiently and rapidly the change of technology, architecture and business processes.
The aim of this conference is to demonstrate that ATM systems can be flexible, scalable, rapidly evolving without neglecting safety and security.
Are Cloud architectures the enablers to transform core critical ATC systems? |
| 15.40 - 16.00 |
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH
& Co.KG |
Title: Drone Measurements of Terrestrial Navigation Signals
Speaker(s):
Peter Breuer, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG
Thomas Friedrich, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG
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Abstract: For over 20 years Rohde & Schwarz has used their unrivaled experience with RF receivers to provide state-of-the-art testing solutions for ground-based navigation installations. Rohde & Schwarz customers around the world use the R&S®EVSG1000 and R&S®EVSF1000 for fast, accurate and ICAO compliant measurements of ground and flight inspection applications
As they become ever more powerful, interest has for drone-based measurement systems with professional receivers. ICAO DOC 8071 Volume I - Testing of Ground-based Radio Navigation Systems Fifth Edition, 2018 - mentions RPAS and UAVs. Drone based measurements have clear advantages and can be done from any position and at higher altitudes than traditional ground based ones. A drone solution makes it easy to perform far-field GP measurements with better reproducibility and improved correlation with flight inspections. Drone measurement systems are very cost competitive relative to traditional mast solutions.
Drone inspection requires more than just Navaids-measurement expertise: a small and light antenna, a permanent data link to the ground, very precise and lightweight GNSS and robust immunity to RF interferers inside and outside the drone are also needed, along with light weight and a reasonable battery life…
Based on experience with the R&S®EVSG1000/R&S®EVSF1000, Rohde & Schwarz is introducing a receiver for drone based measurements: the new R&S®EVSD1000. Even though it is much lighter, it still offers the same performance as the ground and flight inspection models for ILS, VOR and GBAS analysis. Integrated data and IQ recording enable even more detailed analysis, revealing more than just level and DDM values. GNSS and datalink solutions are also available, together with a drone-dedicated antenna and guidelines for smooth integration. |
| 16.10 - 16.30 |
IACIT Soluções Tecnológicas S.A |
Title: Usability and benefits of DME/DME navigation in conflict scenarios
Speaker(s):
Fernanda Menezes, MSc, IACIT
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Abstract: About 2.3 billion passengers regularly use air transport around the world, according to data from ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization). In 2019, before the start of the pandemic, a record number of 4.5 billion passengers on commercial flights was registered.
The safety of these passengers increasingly relies on the technologies that support air operations provided by ground and air systems, indicating how important is the responsibility of the companies involved in the development and the technological advancement of the CNS/ATM systems.
In addition to aircraft and passenger safety, other issues are drawing attention in air traffic control and management discussions. The latest geopolitical conflicts highlight the risk of the operations that depend entirely on satellite constellations pose to the autonomy and the sovereignty of each country.
In this scenario, the DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) system has proven to be an excellent technological solution for countries that search for efficiency and reliability, while aiming to obtain the autonomy and the control necessary for the operational maintenance of their airspace.
Considering the civil demands, the DME/DME navigation can operate in any model and infrastructure of navigation, providing backup services to GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) or even being an alternative for areas under deny of GPS.
In this context, the presentation will address the benefits of implementing DME/DME navigation in Brazilian territory.
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| 16.40 - 17.30 |
ENAC-Sopra Steria Research Chair on Drone Systems |
Title: Integration of Drones into Air Traffic: A Unique Way to Address UTM Future Challenges
Speaker(s):
Julie Saint-Lot, ENAC
Nicholas de Kergorlay, ENAC
Corentin Conan, ENAC
David Elmalem, SOPRA STERIA
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Abstract: The ENAC-Sopra Steria Research Chair on drone systems is capitalising on its six years of existence to direct its work towards themes that are resolutely linked to the UTM, based on research into the UAV object and its safe and efficient integration into controlled airspace.
With the help of its sponsors, it addresses the key technological, regulatory and social challenges for the future. The use cases are tested through highly realistic UTM simulations in airport and urban contexts.
Established in 2015 and renewed in 2019, The ENAC Research Chair on Drone Systems is led by ENAC through its Foundation. |
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| 17.40 - 18.00 |
Deutscher Wetterdienst |
Title: Met4Airports – Prediction of weather-induced operating restrictions at German international airports by means of artificial intelligence
Speaker(s):
Ole Kouker, Deutscher Wetterdienst
Dr. Daniel Koser, Deutscher Wetterdienst
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Abstract: Met4Airports is a research and development project aiming at the prediction of relevant planning and control parameters in ATM by means of artificial intelligence (AI). It focusses on the effects of selected weather phenomena such as thunderstorms, significant wind events, fog, and winter weather events like snowfall, as they pose a significant disturbance for air traffic, causing capacity constraints for airports and en-route and approach sectors. The predicted quantities are mainly capacity values, delays of individual flights as well as average delay values for varying timespans with forecast lead times of up to 24 hours. Predictions of sufficient forecast qualities could be utilized to optimize decision-making processes in ATM and enhance the situational awareness of decision makers.
Throughout the development process, various machine learning models are examined, relying on both meteorological forecast products of Deutscher Wetterdienst and air traffic data of airport operators (Flughafen München GmbH and Fraport) and air traffic control (Deutsche Flugsicherung). In the iterative development process, artificial neural networks with varying topologies and hyperparameters are trained on different combinations of data types in order to identify a suitable AI-model.
Interim results indicate the capability of preliminary models to surpass the prediction quality of estimation timestamps (EOBT) currently used in the Airport Collaborative Decision Making process. Ultimately, delay forecasting results tend to be considerably more precise for the prediction of average values than for single flight delays, as the corresponding results are far less sensitive to short-term effects affecting individual flight operations. |
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| Thursday, 23 June 2022 |
| 10.10 - 10.30 |
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| 10.40 - 11.00 |
INECO |
Title: BIG DATA Application on Air Navigation Operational Optimization
Speaker(s):
Miguel Angel Bueno, INECO
Javier Vázquez Capitán, INECO |
Abstract: Over the last few years, technical evolutions have boosted the capabilities for air traffic operational analysis. Technical improvements concerning IT new technologies have made possible the digitalization of air traffic control service analysis.
Most sources of information are not new, but their collection is easier, and their processing is faster too.
Ineco has taken advantage of these changes and the great development of Big Data techniques that has been taking place over the last few years to start applying new techniques to air navigation operational analysis.
In the first steps, classical fast time simulation was enriched by more accurate data based on bigger and more specific data samples, so simulation could be adapted to each scenario and provide more reliable outputs.
Later on, since new technologies and data paved the way for new analyses mixing up different sources, other kind of analysis can be carried out. Some examples are:
• A-CDM variable taxi times.
• Instrumental flight procedures deviation from the nominal trajectory and contributory causes.
• ROT calculation and Artificial Intelligence applied to ROT prognosis.
So far, these techniques have only been applied to post-processing analysis, but there are also projects being made in collaboration with Enaire that provide information to the tactical decision making. Some examples are:
• Adaptative separations
• ATC GMC configuration.
All of them are aligned with sustainability of the environment, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. |
| 11.10 - 11.30 |
Navblue, an Airbus Company |
Title: Runway Occupancy Time Prediction to enhance runway capacity
Speaker(s):
Mohamed Ellejmi, Eurocontrol
Olivier Chauvet, Airbus |
Abstract: Eurocontrol and Airbus will provide an overview of the solutions developed to predict the Arrival Runway Occupancy Time both on the ground using Machine Learning, and onboard the aircraft. The knowledge of the predicted Runway Occupancy Time (ROT) allows the approach controller to safely reduce the separation on final approach, using the optimized runway delivery (ORD) tool. This utilization of predicted ROT is expected to increase runway capacity and resilience through an optimization of the separation on final approach.
The two solutions developed in the frame of SESAR 2020 Wave 2 are respectively PJ.02-W2-14.10 ‘Dynamic pairwise runway separations based on ground-computed arrival ROT (D-PWS-AROT)’ and PJ.02-W2-14.11 ‘Dynamic pairwise runway separations based on airborne-predicted arrival runway occupancy time’. |
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