题名: |
Terminal Modernization: FAA Needs to Address Its Small, Medium, and Large Sites Based on Cost, Time, and Capability. |
作者: |
Mead-K.M. |
关键词: |
*Federal-Aviation-Administration; *Terminal-Modernization-Program; *STARS-.;Radar-; Flight-data; Air-traffic-controllers. |
摘要: |
This report presents the results of our review of the Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA) Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS) program. Since 1996, STARS has been the centerpiece of FAAs Terminal Modernization Program to replace 1970s-era computer systems and aging controller displays. STARS provides radar and flight data to air traffic controllers at FAAs terminal air traffic control sites. Air traffic passes through three distinct control environments. At the airport, the Tower has control. After take-off, control shifts to the Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON). Finally, en route centers control aircraft at higher altitudes between airports. STARS was designed to provide data to TRACON sites and their associated towers. |
报告类型: |
科技报告 |