Finnish airport operator Finavia has selected Rohde & Schwarz R&S Series4200 radios to modernise the country’s air traffic control communications infrastructure.

This country-wide transition project will convert analogue radios to digital VoIP technology, which is expected to enhance operational efficiency and resource management.

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Under the contract, the radio infrastructure will be modernised at 69 radio sites across Finland.

Starting in June, 450 R&S Series4200 radios and 69 equipment racks will be installed to provide high-quality voice connections between pilots and air traffic controllers.

Rohde & Schwarz also holds the responsibility to deliver, install and commission the services.

“We expect the project to proceed efficiently due to Rohde & Schwarz’s proven reputation for providing quality products, professional system integration and ongoing support."

Finavia vice-president and Air Navigation Services chief technical officer Jukka Piilola said: “We expect the project to proceed efficiently due to Rohde & Schwarz’s proven reputation for providing quality products, professional system integration and ongoing support.

“We are pleased to have such an experienced partner as Rohde & Schwarz in this critical project.”

The R&S Series4200 radios provide new software upgrades and can be adapted to work with any ATC application.

Finavia maintains and develops a network of 21 airports, along with Finland’s air navigation system.

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