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Precision Navigation for Electric Air Taxis to Land Safely in All Weather

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Imagine air taxis needing to land at busy airports without getting in the way of big jets. This project uses high-precision satellite signals to create 'invisible highways' in the sky. It ensures these vehicles land quietly and efficiently, even when the weather is bad and pilots can't see clearly.

By the numbers
6
consortium partners
4
countries involved
67%
industry ratio
The business problem

What needed solving

Air taxis (eVTOLs) struggle to land at busy airports without disrupting traditional aircraft traffic. Additionally, noise pollution and weather dependency limit their ability to operate in urban environments.

The solution

What was built

The project is developing low-noise flight criteria and EGNSS-Copernicus compatible avionics for precise, all-weather take-off and landing.

Audience

Who needs this

eVTOL manufacturersAirport operatorsAvionics system integratorsUrban air mobility service providers
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Urban Air Mobility
enterprise
Target: eVTOL Manufacturer

If you are an eVTOL manufacturer dealing with strict noise regulations in cities — this project developed low-noise flight criteria and EGNSS-Copernicus avionics that reduce the noise footprint for better public acceptance.

Airport Management
enterprise
Target: Airport Operator

If you are an airport operator dealing with congested runways — this project developed highly accurate flight procedures that allow air taxis to operate independently without blocking runway slots reserved for transport aircraft.

Aerospace Electronics
SME
Target: Avionics Supplier

If you are an avionics supplier dealing with the need for all-weather landing capabilities — this project developed dual frequency multi constellation EGNSS-Copernicus avionics to enable instrument landing in any meteorological condition.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or price of the developed solution?

Based on available project data, no specific pricing or cost information is provided.

Is this solution ready for industrial scale?

The project aims for the gradual integration of VCA operations at busy airports, suggesting a phased approach toward industrial scale by 2028.

How is the IP and licensing handled?

Based on available project data, there are no specific details regarding IP or licensing agreements.

What regulations does this address?

It addresses air traffic management and environmental expectations, specifically focusing on noise footprint reduction for urban areas.

When will the results be available?

The project period runs from 2024-11-01 to 2028-04-30.

How does this integrate with existing systems?

It integrates EGNSS and Copernicus data into avionics to allow seamless operation within current airspace structures without interfering with existing aircraft traffic.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is heavily industry-driven with a 67% industry ratio, comprising 4 industrial partners (including 3 SMEs), 1 university, and 1 research center across 4 countries. This structure suggests a strong focus on commercial viability and practical application rather than pure academic research.

How to reach the team

Contact PILDO CONSULTING SL in Spain

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to track the development of these EGNSS avionics for your fleet.

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