Implementation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Operations / GPS Operations

For the aviation industry, satellite navigation has been called the most revolutionary development in civil aviation since the invention of the jet engine. It will save time and fuel, increase efficiency but and, most importantly, it will make the skies safer and more efficient for passengers. Once only dreamed of, the transition to a seamless global navigation system is set to become a reality worldwide. The Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is being widely used by aviators throughout the world to overcome many of the deficiencies in today's air traffic infrastructure. With its accurate, continuous, all-weather, three-dimensional coverage, GNSS offers a satellite navigation service that satisfies many of the requirements of airline operators. With GNSS becoming the norm, air navigation service providers may optimize airspace structure and procedure design to provide more efficient flight tracks to operators.

APS Aviation Inc. is providing project management and consulting services to the International Air Transportation Association (IATA) in implementing its RNAV (GNSS) projects in more than 17 countries in Africa. These projects will provide 37 international airports with accurate RNAV (GNSS) approach, landing, and departure procedures, which meet International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements. On behalf of IATA, APS is also providing training services on GNSS operations to civil aviation authorities and air navigation services providers.

Of particular interest, APS can provide technical assistance and advice based on ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices on the following:

• WGS-84 surveys requirements;
• Development and implementation of RNAV (GNSS) Approach procedures;
• Development and implementation of RNAV (GNSS) SIDs and STARs;
• Modification of airspace structure design to meet RNAV (GNSS) requirements;
• Development and preparation for publication of relevant charts;
• Flight verification (inspection) of RNAV (GNSS) procedures;
• Drafting of National RNAV (GNSS) legislation and regulations; and
• GNSS seminars and workshops.