A comparative analysis of the European U-space framework and the US-American UAS Traffic Management (UTM) system

Abstract

This paper provides a comparative analysis of these two frameworks, with particular emphasis on newly implemented aspects such as concepts for dynamic airspace management, electronic conspicuity, emerging new flight rules and flight authorization processes. Key aspects examined in this paper include system architecture principles, relevant stakeholders, envisaged digital services and required procedures for UAS operations. This paper aims t provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of drone integration within airspace management frameworks, shedding light on the synergies and disparities between European an US approaches.