THE REMOTE AND MOBILE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER AND ITS POSSIBLE APPLICATION TO THE OPERATIONAL AREA
THE REMOTE AND MOBILE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER AND ITS POSSIBLE APPLICATION TO THE OPERATIONAL AREA
Author(s): Tímea VasSubject(s): Economy
Published by: Regional Department of Defense Resources Management Studies
Keywords: Remote tower; mobile tower; air traffic control; civilian airport; operational airfield
Summary/Abstract: The concept of remote and mobile Air Traffic Control Tower (ATC TWR) and its development has started in Europe, Australia and also in the USA, in order to improve the efficiency of Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems in terms of air transportation safety. These new technologies are applicable in many countries in peace time, but on mobility reasons these are promoted to achieve commitments in the operational area. This article describes the devices and range of equipment of mobile and remote tower, and their specifications, which can even serve a medium sized airport, furthermore examines, whether how can those provide the air traffic services at an operational airfield.
Journal: Journal of Defense Resources Management (JoDRM)
- Issue Year: 5/2014
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 147-152
- Page Count: 5
- Language: English