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Transport i infrastruktura · 15/12/2011

FAA Proposes Transition to Performance-Based Navigation for NextGen Air Transportation System

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on a plan to upgrade the US National Airspace System's navigation infrastructure to support performance-based navigation, a key component of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). The proposed transition aims to improve safety and efficiency by leveraging GPS and WAAS technology, while also reducing the need for legacy VORs.

Source: Federal Register — Transportation DepartmentOpen original release →