Real Time ATC simulation of Time Based CDA operations

Kurzfassung

The expected future growth in aviation requires more efficient and environmentally sustained operations. The present paper presents the results of a concept evaluation to increase the rate of Continuous Descent Approaches. This work was carried out within the frame of the EU sponsored 6FW project ERAT (Environmentally Responsible Air Transport). The project facilitates in enhanced climb and descent services as defined by SESAR and aims for operational improvements for implementation in 2015. The concept of operation attempts to achieve medium to high density CDA operations applying time based operations. It is based on an advanced arrival management (AMAN) system that supports Controlled Time of Arrival (CTA) operations.