With the FAA January 2020 deadline for U.S. aircraft to be equipped with ADS-B Out looming, the agency said last week it has completed the last of the necessary work on the new state-of-the-art surveillance system that will enable air traffic controllers to track aircraft with greater accuracy and reliability. The last two of the 155 airports to receive ADS-B, Ohio’s Akron-Canton Airport and Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport, became operational last month. ADS-B Out reporting will be required in January for all aircraft operating in areas that now require Mode C transponders. The agency says the work on ADS-B baseline services was completed on schedule and within budget.
FAA Completes Installation of Baseline ADS-B Equipment
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has completed the nationwide implementation of its ADS-B surveillance system, including all 155 airports, ahead of the January 2020 deadline for U.S. aircraft to be equipped with ADS-B Out.
- The new ADS-B system provides greater accuracy and reliability for air traffic control, enhancing safety and efficiency by improving aircraft and vehicle tracking, especially in challenging geographic areas.
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