Automated En Route Air Traffic Control Algorithmic Specifications. Volume 3. Flight Plan Conflict Probe,

Niedringhaus, W. P.; Frolow, I.; Corbin, J. C.; Gisch, A. H.; Taber, N. J.

Automated En Route Air Traffic Control Algorithmic Specifications. Volume 3. Flight Plan Conflict Probe,

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Abstract:

This specification establishes design criteria for the Flight Plan Conflict Probe FPCP, a part of the initial automation for the Advanced Automation System of the FAAs next generation air traffic control system. The algorithm provides data for a display to air traffic controllers whenever any two aircraft are predicted to approach each other within certain separation criteria in the horizontal and vertical dimensions. Such a pair of aircraft is called a conflict. Trajectory Estimation, another function of the Advanced Automation System, models the predicted position of each aircraft as a trajectory, consisting of points in x,y,z,t space and the line segments connecting them. Trajectories reflect both pilot intent his approved flight plan and current position radar reports. FPCP automatically tests all trajectory pairs for conflicts. FPCP is designed to be compatible with current air traffic control procedures. It displays information early enough for controllers to resolve conflicts in a deliberate fashion. It alerts the the controller when prompt action is deemed necessary to resolve a conflict.

Author(s):

Niedringhaus, W. P. ; Frolow, I. ; Corbin, J. C. ; Gisch, A. H. ; Taber, N. J.

Author Organization(s):

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON DC SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICE

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:

Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR

Identifying Numbers

Report Number(s):

DOT/FAA/ES-83/6

Subject Terms

Joint Capability Areas:

JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.3.1_Personnel and Family Support; JCA_5.5.3_Establish Metrics; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_6.1_Information Transport

Communities of Interest:

Air Platforms

Descriptor(s):

*Air traffic control systems, *Algorithms, *Collision avoidance, *Trajectories, *Computer programs, Estimates, Decision making, Conflict, Separation, Artificial intelligence, Resolution, Airborne

Field(s)/Group(s):

Computer Programming and Software, Air Navigation and Guidance

Keyword(s):

NAS(National Airspace System), AERA(Automated En Route Air Traffic Control), FPCP(Flight Plan Conflict Probe), AAS(Advanced Automation System), TJE(Trajectory Estimation)

Report Date:

1983 Sep 01