MODELING OF AIRSPACE UNDER FUTURE AIR NAVIGATION SYSTEMS

Potential cost savings that can be achieved from the introduction of various levels of technological improvements in navigation capability are described. Cost estimates are determined through simulation methodology. The simulation model, designed to measure conflict levels and costs associated with resolving conflicts in procedural airspace, optimizes levels of separation for particular flow rates. Comparison of the simulation model with analytical work found in the literature also is provided. Flow and network characteristics that reflect conditions in the Pacific region have been used in the simulation model to investigate a number of futuristic operating strategies for regions with relatively low air-traffic flow. The scope for substantial annual cost savings, even in such low-traffic regions, is revealed.

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• Authors:
  • Allen, David R
  • Vandebona, Upali
• Publication Date: 1994

Language

• English

Media Info

• Features: Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 8-14
• Monograph Title: Airport and Airspace Planning and Operations
• Serial:
  • Transportation Research Record
  • Issue Number: 1461
  • Publisher: Transportation Research Board
  • ISSN: 0361-1981

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Aircraft pilotage; Airspace; Cost control; Legal airspace; Operating costs; Simulation; Technological innovations
• Uncontrolled Terms: Cost savings
• Old TRIS Terms: Air traffic flow
• Subject Areas: Aviation; Economics; Highways; Planning and Forecasting;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00677601
• Record Type: Publication
• ISBN: 0309061032
• Files: TRIS, TRB
• Created Date: May 5 1995 12:00AM