This paper explains the computerized batch processing experiment examining the operational impacts of the introduction of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) equipment and the In-Trail Procedure (ITP) to the North Atlantic Organized Track System (NATOTS). This experiment was conducted using the Traffic Manager (TMX), a desktop simulation capable of simulating airspace environments and aircraft operations. ADS-B equipment can enable the use of new ground and airborne procedures, such as the ITP. The ITP is among the first of these new procedures, which will make use of improved situation awareness in the local surrounding airspace of ADS-B equipped aircraft to enable more efficient oceanic flight level changes. The data collected were analyzed with respect to multiple operationally relevant parameters including fuel burn, request approval rates, and the distribution of fuel savings. This experiment showed that through the use of ADS-B or ADS-B and the ITP that operational improvements and benefits could be achieved.


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    Title :

    Operational Improvements From the In-Trail Procedure in the North Atlantic Organized Track System



    Conference:

    8th AIAA Aviation Technology, Integration, and Operations (ATIO) Conference ; 2008 ; Anchorage, AK, United States


    Publication date :

    2008-09-14


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English