Why ADS-B is the way forward
Pilot|September 2020
The well-known earthrounder pilot and avionics engineer makes the case for following the US lead and standardising on a single technology for reliable Electronic Conspicuity
Manuel Queiroz
Why ADS-B is the way forward

Much has been written about the various ways of highlighting our presence to others with the simple intention of not bumping into each other− universally seen as desirable.

The Mk1 eyeball is, and will remain the core of traffic awareness for most of GA−but it is far from perfect due to factors such as meteorological issues, scan methods, airframe blind spots, geometrical considerations and cockpit distractions, to say nothing about concentration lapses. I have little doubt that every pilot, irrespective of background or experience, can recall some such instance.

To expand the capabilities of the good old Mk1 eyeball method we need some sort of electronic wizardry and this is where ‘Electronic Conspicuity’ (EC) comes in. As it is widely known, the Federal Aviation Administration−the governing body of civil aviation in the USA−is the most important legislator for the existence of ADS-B. And it has made the use of one single system compulsory in US airspace−that system being ADS-B (Automatic Dependant Surveillance-Broadcast).

I firmly believe that the FAA is as close to having cracked the EC problem for all of aviation as anyone can be: its mandate covers the whole country (a big one!) the whole of aviation (more flying machines than anywhere else) it is compulsory (no exceptions, big or small) uses properly developed technology (manufacturers spent millions to meet the carefully designed specification) and it is a focused approach (not aimlessly diverted). It isn’t perfect, but there again, nothing is!

Diese Geschichte stammt aus der September 2020-Ausgabe von Pilot.

Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.

Diese Geschichte stammt aus der September 2020-Ausgabe von Pilot.

Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.

WEITERE ARTIKEL AUS PILOTAlle anzeigen
Hybrid-Electric ‘Hawaii Bird' Makes First Flight
Pilot

Hybrid-Electric ‘Hawaii Bird' Makes First Flight

Electric aviation company Ampaire flew its second technology demonstrator on 10 September. The aircraft is a refined version of its Cessna 337 ‘Electric EEL’ hybrid-electric power conversion.

time-read
3 Minuten  |
November 2020
Rare Rearwin
Pilot

Rare Rearwin

Made in tiny numbers by Piper and Aeronca standards, the beautifully-engineered Rearwin Skyranger proves to be a delight waiting to be discovered

time-read
10+ Minuten  |
November 2020
Dr Hill's new helicopter
Pilot

Dr Hill's new helicopter

You’ve seen pictures of concept helicopters before, and most of them never rose from the paper… but this one has a better chance than most of flying in the real world. It’s the Hill HX50, and the designer describes it as a ‘disruptive’ entry into the small helicopter market, offering a step-change for the better in safety, performance, comfort and elegance.

time-read
2 Minuten  |
November 2020
Make mine a turbine!
Pilot

Make mine a turbine!

To say aviation and turbines is a happy marriage is true−albeit mainly in the airline, business aircraft and helicopter world. Light aviation, especially the ultralight segment, remains essentially a turbine free field−apart from noble exceptions, in the form of single-engine jets and ‘experimentals’.

time-read
10+ Minuten  |
November 2020
Industry experts say...
Pilot

Industry experts say...

Representatives from a selection of Approved Training Organisations look forward to the future of Commercial Air Travel and prospects for professional pilots after the pandemic

time-read
10 Minuten  |
November 2020
Flight training
Pilot

Flight training

News from the clubs, schools & ATOs

time-read
3 Minuten  |
November 2020
First airline job
Pilot

First airline job

... won and lost after just eighteen months in the right-hand seat. Reflections on the rewards of the hardest work in a lifetime

time-read
9 Minuten  |
November 2020
Safety Matters
Pilot

Safety Matters

Safety Matters and Safety Briefs are based on the AAIB Bulletin and UK Airprox Board reports, with additional material from the US National Transportation Safety Board.

time-read
10+ Minuten  |
November 2020
Donegal wins ‘most beautiful airport' - again!
Pilot

Donegal wins ‘most beautiful airport' - again!

Donegal in Ireland has been named as the ‘world’s most beautiful airport 2020’ – for the third successive year – in a major vote by more than six thousand ‘flying fans’. The award is given as part of the annual Scenic Airports poll conducted by private jet booking service PrivateFly.

time-read
1 min  |
November 2020
Come to Sweden!
Pilot

Come to Sweden!

A French pilot retires to Sweden, where he enjoys great weather, blissful flights and barbecues – and invites British flyers visit this GA-friendly country

time-read
10+ Minuten  |
November 2020