Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B)

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B)

What is an Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B)?

Enhancing Air Traffic Management with ADS-B

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) revolutionizes air traffic management by providing real-time precision aircraft location data.

ADS-B is an advanced surveillance technology in which an aircraft automatically broadcasts its position and other data. This information is determined through satellite navigation systems like GPS.

• Functionality and Data: The data broadcasted includes the aircraft’s position, altitude, velocity, and identification, which can be received by air traffic control ground stations and other aircraft.
• Enhanced Situational Awareness: ADS-B provides more accurate and frequent updates than traditional radar, enhancing situational awareness and safety in airspace management.
• Mandatory Implementation: Many regions around the world require aircraft to be equipped with ADS-B for improved traffic management and collision avoidance.

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast represents a significant advancement in air traffic surveillance, offering real-time precision tracking of aircraft for improved safety and efficiency.