Air Traffic Management and Capacity Management

Flashcards covering essential terms and concepts related to Air Traffic Management and Capacity Management based on lecture notes.

ATS System Capacity

The capacity of an Air Traffic Service (ATS) system, which depends on factors such as route structure, navigation accuracy, weather conditions, and controller workload.

Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM)

A service implemented for airspace where traffic demand exceeds defined ATC capacity, using strategic, pre-tactical, and tactical planning to manage air traffic.

Capacity Assessment

The evaluation of air traffic capacity, considering factors like ATS level, control area complexity, controller workload, and navigation systems.

Flexible Use of Airspace

Policies and agreements allowing for the adaptable utilization of airspace to improve efficiency and increase capacity.

Regulation of ATC Capacity

Procedures to adjust operational sectors or working positions based on varying traffic demand to ensure safety and efficiency.

Strategic Planning

The process carried out in advance to assess future traffic demand and plan for adequate ATC capacity.

Tactical Operations

Immediate actions taken to manage traffic flow on the day of operations to prevent congestion.

Flow Management Procedures

Organized steps for managing air traffic flow in phases: strategic, pre-tactical, and tactical.

Controller Workload

The amount of work an air traffic controller has, influenced by traffic levels, situations, and the complexity of airspace.

Electronic Regional Air Navigation Plan (eANP)

Plans that bridge global aviation standards with national implementation, detailing required facilities, services, and procedures for air navigation.