Future Airport
Future Airport 2007 Issue 1
In this edition of Future Airport, and in support of the ATC Maastricht conference, we focus on the ever-evolving ATM landscape. As the healthy levels of traffic experienced pre-security concerns return, so do the issues of capacity and airspace management.
Eurocontrol explain their vision of a seamless traffic management system, explaining the need for convergence between European and US architecture, with the single sky initiative. We also have an update on the SESAR project as the consortium provide us with details of the 'Air Transport Framework - The performance Target' report.
Elsewhere in this edition: We hear from BAA who outline the success of their IT integration into the new Terminal 5; Matthais Ruete, director general of DG TREN at the European Commission, outlines the need for effective yet unintrusive regulation within the aviation industry; and Nicholas Sabatini, associate administrator for aviation safety, FAA, explores the redesign of US airspace.
Steer Clear of Icy SkiesThe icing of aircraft wings has caused a string of air accidents over the years.
The Last Piece of the PuzzleThe task of regulating the aviation industry across the EU has proved to be a major challenge.
These are the DaysBeing part of designing next-generation air transportation makes this the most exciting period in aviation history.
Springboard in ParisPierre Graff, company chairman and CEO of Aéroports de Paris, sets out the CDG Express project timeframe.
Smooth OperatorsEffective management of the infrastructure and services of an international airport is a challenging and complex task.
Feet on the GroundMore sophisticated and efficient systems for tracking and handling aircraft are needed.
T5 - We Have the TechnologyThe importance of Heathrow Airport's new Terminal 5 to the airport's future cannot be underestimated.
One Step Nearer: Europe's Future ATM SystemRoger Cato reports on how the consortium is devising a master plan and performance goals for a new European ATM system.
Air Travel Enters a New EraYasushi Oshima, head of security at Narita Airport, believes we are on the verge of a new age in air transport.
Safe and SoundThe main challenge for the EASA is to be an effective safety regulator without putting an undue burden on the industry.
Effective Aviation RegulationWhy is Europe-wide cooperation and harmonisation the most effective way of maintaining a safe and competitive industry?
League of NationsThe EU's single European sky regulations provide a new platform in Europe to address future challenges.
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