First up, a world first from AEROTHAI, with the execution of a demonstration flight based on multi-regional trajectory-based operations (TBO). Its aim is to shift from voice exchanges to data sharing across interoperable systems, and to improve the safety and efficiency of air traffic management in accordance with the ICAO’s operational concept.
Next, we have news of exciting advancements in Denmark, with Copenhagen Airport becoming one of the most digitised airports in the world. With the launch of AIRHART, the airport has merged over 100 different systems into a single, real-time data platform. The platform not only revolutionises the airport’s operations but also creates a modular foundation for future AI breakthroughs.
In other airport news, Gatwick Airport is expected to submit its second runway DCO application within two weeks. As part of the plans, the airport wants to rebuild its Northern Runway, which it currently uses as a standby and for maintenance. This would mean moving the centre line of the runway further north by 12m, so that it meets global safety standards for dual runway departures.
And last but not least, we have news from India where Boeing is set to invest $100 million. According to a White House statement, the money will be used for infrastructure and programs to train pilots in the country. This follows Air India signing orders for over 200 Boeing jets earlier this week.
ANSP news
Airports news
- Copenhagen Airport leaps to become one of the world’s most digitised airports – creating operational excellence and a foundation for artificial intelligence - Copenhagen Airport has achieved a milestone in airport digitisation with the successful launch of AIRHART, a unique solution & platform from Smarter Airports that connects and merges over 100 different systems with a single, real-time data platform. AIRHART replaces the airport’s old Airport Operational Data Base (AODB) and introduces a total airport management eco-system (AOP) for the entire stakeholder landscape.
- Gatwick Airport expected to submit second runway DCO application within two weeks - British Aviation Group - Gatwick Airport stated that it does plan to submit its DCO application within the coming weeks but wouldn't give a specific date for the submission. As part of the plans, Gatwick Airport wants to rebuild its Northern Runway, which is currently used as a standby and for maintenance, to be used by smaller departing aircraft. This would include moving the centre line of the runway further north by 12m, bringing it within global safety standards to operate dual runway departures.
- Community Consultation on Queenstown Airport's Draft Master Plan Closes - Queenstown Airport’s draft Master Plan has attracted widespread interest and a broad range of feedback from the community. The draft plan, which was released on 24 May, proposes a series of improvements focusing on safety, resilience, efficiency, and customer experience. It also allocates space to enable and support the decarbonisation of aviation and to protect options to meet the community’s future needs.
Market news
Context information
Reports and data
- NAV CANADA reports May 2023 traffic figures - In May 2023 weighted charging units were higher on average by 11.9 percent compared to the same month in fiscal 2022. As compared to the same month in fiscal 2019, May 2023 weighted charging units were lower on average by 4.5 percent.
Research and innovation
- An intelligent approach to addressing runway capacity - In June LVNL successfully implemented Intelligent Approach, an arrivals spacing tool at Schiphol Airport that optimises runway capacity, while deliing better on-time performance and reducing CO2 emissions. Developed by NATS and Leidos, the solution builds on research and development on reducing separations on arrivals within the framework of SESAR 2020.
- Smoother and sustainable arrival and runway operations - ITARO presents demonstration results - On 8 June, an online event was organised by SESAR 3 Joint undertaking member, Royal NLR, to elaborate on the activities and main results achieved by Royal NLR within the SESAR2020 PJ.37 ITARO (Integrated TMA, Airport and Runway Operations) project.
- McKinsey Webinar: Exploring Impact of Machine Vision on Aviation - Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are enabling autonomous technology to become increasingly useful in both traditional aviation and emerging aviation fields.
- CAAi and Rwanda CAA sign MoU for aviation training, innovation, research - CAA International has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority. The purpose of the MoU is to facilitate cooperation in areas of mutual interest and to explore avenues to partner in the field of aviation training, innovation and research.
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