ATC
News, issues, personnel, equipment and developments about air traffic management.
The European Cockpit Association has issued a position paper on emerging "remote tower services."
Sensors are installed at Ornskoldsvik Airport but air traffic is remotely controlled from Sundsvall, Sweden.
Working group formed to rally aircraft operators behind automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast technology.
When paired with Garmin’s Flight Stream Bluetooth wireless gateway, the system provides ADS-B IN benefits via a mobile device.
The aviation industry and the FAA have agreed to form an 'Equip 2020' working group to promote the adoption of ADS-B equipment.
Changes follow other recent NextGen airspace updates.
New system will include 3-D terrain visualization.
Funding shortages for modernization remain a formidable obstacle.
ATC facility closed by fire appears to be on track to return to service today.
The study compares U.S. ATC system to that in Canada, the UK and other European countries.