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Just a matter of time – revolutionary ATC software
London Heathrow has put itself at the cutting edge of ATC services with the introduction of time-based separation, and the new strategy has already delivered a huge reduction in delays and cancellations. Future Airport speaks to Andy Shand from NATS, one of the partners behind the technology, about the new software tool that will revolutionise the management of air traffic.
Unite the skies – ATC Global Exhibition and Conference
Bringing together the entire international air traffic management community, this year’s ATC Global Exhibition and Conference, taking place 12–14 September in Beijing, will examine the progress and trends in ATM, including the increasing use of integrated systems among aviation stakeholders, the cross-border partnerships between ANSPs and the increasing importance of industrial partnerships to the global air transport system.
State of the art – transforming the airport environment
With passengers needing to spend longer at the airport, operators have recognised the role that art can play in creating an appealing environment, but engaging passengers entails a sophisticated approach that transcends the merely decorative. Sarah Williams finds out more from veteran curators Dr Yolanda Sánchez of Miami International, Blake Summers of San Francisco International, and UK artist Ros Burgin.
Keep the noise down: new certification standard to reduce aircraft noise
In 2017, Chapter 14 of ICAO’s Noise Certification Standard will come into force, requiring aircraft noise to be reduced significantly beyond the most recent standard of 2006. But it is not only making aircraft quieter that can help with noise reduction. Future Airport speaks to Thomas Roetger and Michel Adam from the International Air Transport Association about what is being done, and the considerable practical and political obstacles in the way.
AAI approves extension of additional taxiway at Mangaluru International Airport
The Board of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has approved the extension of the taxiway under construction at Mangaluru International Airport.
Abu Dhabi to charge airport passengers exit fee
Passengers departing from or travelling through airports in Abu Dhabi from 30 June are to be charged a Dh35 service fee.
Belfast airport pledges support for Gatwick expansion
Belfast international airport has declared its support for expansion at Gatwick over Heathrow.
Manchester Airport’s £1 billion transformation project gets go-ahead
Manchester City Council has given the green light to a £1 billion transformation programme for Manchester Airport.
Long way down: Routes and flights from Europe to Russia are being reduced
Reflecting the currently chilly relations between the Kremlin and the West, routes between Russian cities and European hubs are beginning to be withdrawn by a number of airlines as demand drops and the value of the rouble falls. Will increased flights to locations in the Middle East and China help compensate, and what else is driving this shift? Future Airport examines the changing face of the country’s air connectivity.
SAA finds balance between planning and dealing with unforseen difficulties
Traffic trends can be affected at a moment’s notice by anything from an environmental disaster to an unexpected disease outbreak, making it crucial for airlines to be able to think on their feet. But in such a capital-intensive industry, how do operators find the balance between planning in advance and remaining agile? Elly Earls meets South African Airways’ Sylvain Bosc to find out.