Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
UAS, UAV, RPAS, drones… They go by many names. With the rapid technological development of unmanned aircraft systems (drones), every entity needs to be prepared for this next generation of aviation. Whether that is businesses that adapt to take advantage of the new systems, aviation industry that needs to include a new class of user, or regulators that must be proactive to provide an encouraging yet safe and efficient aviation systems.
SkyNav has a team of experienced UAS and ATM experts which are well placed to assist your organisation through this experience.
Airspace & Critical Infrastructure Protection
The exponential growth in drones has transformed their availability into the hands of the general public. This presents a challenge to airports and government authorities charges with the sanitisation of airspace for safe flight by commercial aircraft, and the protection of critical infrastructure from intentional interference.
SkyNav can assist with the development of action plans ranging from regulatory reform, licensing and training requirements, to awareness campaigns. The team also can provide expert advice on the feasibility and practical implementation challenges related to various drone detection and prevention systems.
UAS Operation Manuals
Any commercial UAS operation will require robust procedure manuals in order to demonstrate the capability of operations in civilian airspace in and around airports.
The SkyNav team can develop a comprehensive operation manual suite that will incorporate your commercial objectives, the manufacturer procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety risk processes.
This will ensure your organisation is able to demonstrate advance operational, quality, and safety management, which will present confidence to your customers and any regulatory authorities.
Safety Risk Assessments
Safety Risk management is at the core of aviation safety, incorporated as Annex 19 to the International Convention on Civil Aviation. For a drone operation to be approved for operations in controlled airspace, a safety risk assessment will be required. This must be focused on aviation risk, not general work health & safety.
The SkyNav team is highly experienced in the development, review, and approval of safety risk assessments for drone operations. We can provide rapid development of the documentation and procedures required for your commercial drone operation.
UAS Policy & Regulation
It is expected that the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drones) will only increase to the point they will be part of our daily lives, much like the smartphone.
Regulatory authorities must be prepared for this by developing long term implementation strategies, that encourage development of the industry, yet provide cautious protection of existing airspace to ensure safety for manned aircraft.
SkyNav has experience in the development of UAS strategic visions, technology implementation plans, and phased regulatory reform projects.
UTM & ATM Interaction
As the technology for UAS improves, and their use spreads to more ‘traditional’ aviation operations, there will be a need to promote integration between the UTM (Unmanned Traffic Management) and ATM (Air Traffic Management) systems where necessary.
SkyNav can provide expert advice on the procurement, implementation, and operation of UTM systems. We can also provide concept of operations principles that ensure the continued viability and safety of both the UTM & ATM systems.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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