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Aireon, Eurocontrol Sign 10-year Agreement

Aireon's space-based ADS-B data is expected to improve Eurocontrol's complex traffic demand and slot allocation calculations.

By Jerry Siebenmark • Senior Editor

March 2, 2020

Aireon will supply Eurocontrol with space-based ADS-B data under a new 10-year agreement that is expected to enhance air traffic flow management in Europe. “Full integration of Aireon space-based ADS-B data will allow us to be more accurate in our trajectory predictions and ensure higher levels of safety, predictability, and efficiency in our flow management operations,” said Eurocontrol director general Eamonn Brennan.

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