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One year of A-SMGCS Level 4 operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport, UAE

A-SMGCS Level 4 operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport

Automation solution provides airport with operational and safety benefits

  • Cooperation between Global Air Navigation Services (GANS) and ATRiCS has reduced runway incursions, flight delays and taxi time
  • Fully automated conflict detection and resolution between aircraft and vehicles
  • Benefits for airline operators at Abu Dhabi International Airport, including Etihad Airways

Global Air Navigation Services (GANS) and ATRiCS, a member of the Frequentis Group, have delivered operational and safety benefits to Abu Dhabi Airports, since the implementation of the ATRiCS TowerPad system (T-PAD) on 7 March 2022, which applies Level 4 Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS).

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