Air Traffic Control for Disaster Relief
Introducing the FlightOps ATC: a rapidly-deployable Air Traffic Control Tower-in-a-Box designed to revolutionize disaster relief efforts. By combining cutting-edge technology and seamless functionality, this innovative system empowers organizations like AERObridge to provide essential Air Traffic Control services equipment to local ATC personnel in even the most challenging environments.
At its core, the FlightOps ATC integrates a real-time ADS-B overlay on an iPad, capturing data with precision through an ADSBexchange Raspberry Pi 4 and dual-channel SDR dongles operating at 1090 MHz and 978 MHz. Paired with an MGL avionics V16 dual-channel aviation communications transceiver, this setup ensures seamless communication and tracking of aircraft within the airspace.
Powered by a robust 30Ah Bioenno Power LiFePO4 battery, the FlightOps ATC offers versatility in deployment, with options for solar panel charging or connection to 120VAC shore power. This flexibility enables rapid setup and operation in any environment, making it indispensable for disaster relief efforts.
In disaster zones such as those following the Haiti Earthquakes and Hurricanes Maria, Dorian, and Ida, AERObridge often encounters airports in ATC Zero conditions. The FlightOps ATC, crafted by Shack-in-a-Box, fills this critical gap by providing local Air Traffic Controllers with the tools they need to visualize their airspace and communicate effectively with aircraft.
To enhance its capabilities, the FlightOps ATC is equipped with a 35' carbon fiber mast and tripod, along with a 1/4 λ ground plane aviation band antenna and ADSBexchange dual-band ADS-B antenna. These additions extend the system's range, ensuring comprehensive coverage and reliable performance.
Moreover, a portable, solar-powered Starlink system enables seamless Internet connectivity, allowing pilots to file flight plans, clear passengers through eAPIS, and access essential services online. Real-time VoIP and RoIP voice communications between staging areas and field crews further enhance operational efficiency and coordination.
FlightOps ATC represents a game-changing solution for disaster relief organizations, offering unmatched capabilities in Air Traffic Control deployment. With its advanced features and robust construction, it stands ready to support lifesaving missions and ensure safe and efficient aviation operations in the most challenging circumstances.
Introducing the FlightOps ATC: a rapidly-deployable Air Traffic Control Tower-in-a-Box designed to revolutionize disaster relief efforts.
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