The build phase for iTEC SkyNex, a common air traffic control system to be deployed by ANSPs in Europe and Canada, has started after two years of preparation.
iTEC SkyNex aims to create a common air traffic management (ATM) system to be deployed across the members of the iTEC Alliance’s control centres.
iTEC SkyNex aims to increase ATM system efficiency and interoperability, provide more accurate data, optimise flight routes and resources, and reduce delays and CO2 emissions, lowering costs.
The build phase will see the Alliance members working together to develop and implement trajectory based operations and a modern open system architecture.
The programme builds upon the already initiated SESAR and CEF (Connecting Europe Facility )-funded development projects, iSNAP and DEVICE.
The iTEC Alliance comprises of eight air navigation service providers (ANSPs): DFS in Germany, ENAIRE in Spain, NATS in the United Kingdom, LVNL in the Netherlands, AVINOR in Norway, Oro Navigacija in Lithuania, PANSA in Poland, and NAV CANADA in Canada).
Once deployed at the collaboration’s 27 control centres, iTEC SkyNex will manage 12 million flights annually across 26 million square kilometres of controlled airspace.
Marcel Bakker, director of iTEC, said: “The start of the build phase for iTEC SkyNex is a pivotal moment in our journey towards a unified air traffic control system based on open standards. This collaboration underscores our commitment to innovation and efficiency in air traffic management.”