Reading Time: 4 MinuteIn the world of aviation, safety, timeliness, and accuracy of information are non-negotiable. One of the key tools used to disseminate time-sensitive information is the NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions). Traditionally, NOTAMs have been textual, manually interpreted messages that pilots and aviation stakeholders use to stay updated on changes in airspace, runway availability, hazards, and…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteLadies and gentlemen, dear children, this is your captain speaking. Or is it? This familiar announcement may soon be a nostalgic echo from a bygone era of aviation. With the advent of automatic taxiing and take-off capabilities poised to join existing automatic landing systems, we are on the cusp of a revolutionary chapter in air…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteDigital twin technology provides a virtual representation of an airport’s physical assets and processes, enabling real-time monitoring and simulation of complex operations. A digital twin can be broadly defined as a digital counterpart of a physical object or system. In the context of Industry 4.0, this approach allows airports to integrate data from sensors, aircraft,…
Reading Time: 4 MinuteThe traditional image of air traffic control (ATC) is often associated with towering structures overseeing airports, where controllers manage aircraft movements with a direct line of sight. However, technological advancements are reshaping this concept. The imposing and gigantic control towers that have been a staple of airports for decades may no longer be necessary. This…
