Iris: Next generation air traffic communication service
A ground-breaking satellite-based data link technology enabling airspace optimization to ease congestion and reduce delays and emissions for airlines.
虹膜 高带宽, cost-effective satellite-based data link communications for global ATM modernization
Our ground-breaking Iris Air Traffic Management (ATM) program with the European Space Agency (ESA) is a key component of modernizing and digitalizing the aviation industry.
由 SB-S, our award-winning broadband platform for the cockpit, Iris uses secure IP connectivity to relieve pressure on congested VHF radio links, 这是接近容量的. 这支持 欧洲单一天空ATM研究 (SESAR) masterplan for next-generation air traffic management and creates a number of powerful benefits for airlines and Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), 比如尽量减少航班延误, saving fuel and reducing the environmental impact of air travel.
随着 Iris Global的成立, the programme is expanding beyond Europe and marks the beginning of a global evolution of digital ATM through our L-band satellite constellation, available worldwide and compliant with global Aeronautical Telecommunication Network (ATN) standards ATN/OSI and ATN/IPS.
什么是基于四维轨迹的操作?
4D TBO is the sharing of trajectory and intent-based information in four dimensions (latitude, longitude, altitude, and time). By sharing this forward-looking trajectory information, known as the Extended Projected Profile (EPP), controllers can efficiently manage airspace, enabling airlines to avoid holding patterns, navigate using the shortest available routes and optimum altitudes, and benefit from continuous climb and descent profiles.
连续上升和下降
Continuous climbs and descents save an average 500 kg of fuel per flight. Just 10% more CCDs per day will save 120 tons of fuel, enough to fly round trip from London to New York.
更直接的路由
It is estimated that up to 8% fuel savings could be achieved across Europe by making direct routes flight plannable.
最佳飞行水平和速度
Flying just 2,000 ft below the fuel optimum level could increase fuel burn by up to 7%. ECON descent speed for a Boeing 737-800 is around 255 kts. Flying at 300 kts incurs a fuel burn penalty of up to 100 kg.
“We are thrilled to see Iris flying with a leading airline such as easyJet, a crucial step on our pathway to reducing emissions and easing congestion in European skies.”
Joel Klooster, SVP Airline Operations and Safety, Viasat
前所未有的环境效益
One of Iris’ greatest benefits is its expected positive impact on the environment. SESAR Joint Undertaking estimates that 5-10% of CO2 emissions generated by flights are avoidable due to outdated aviation infrastructure, which generates unnecessarily long trajectories and congestion in the air. Iris technology reduces fuel burn and emissions, reducing aviation’s impact on the environment.
Iris is a quick win for de-carbonization and the journey to net zero aviation. According to ESA, average CO2 savings per year in Europe alone are estimated to be 6.5M tonnes by 2040, with a cumulative savings total of 27-55M tonnes. That’s annual savings of CO2 comparable to the annual emissions of major European cities like Seville and Florence.
The congested skies over Europe are the first to benefit from Iris, with easyJet already flying using the new data link. Iris provides the vital bandwidth to reduce air traffic delays, emissions, and open up the skies. 最重要的是, Iris will reduce aviation’s carbon footprint – creating a better world for all of us, 为了子孙后代.
Next generation air traffic communications, available today
的EASA-certified 虹膜服务提供商：ESSP has 19 leading Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) supporting commercial flights across Europe already – with up to 11 easyJet Airbus A320neo aircraft taking part, ITA航空即将开航, 更多的航空公司确认加入.
Takeaways
1
EASA认证
The Iris service provider ESSP is EASA-certified and has 19 leading Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) supporting the service in Europe.
2
生活和飞翔
easyJet is operating commercial flights using 11 Airbus A320neo equipped with Iris. ITA Airways is about to begin flights, and more airlines are set to join in 2024.
3
Linefit可用性
Offered as a fully developed and certified capability by Airbus on the A320 and A330 series aircraft, with more retrofit and linefit platforms being added all the time.
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全球可用
Iris global, which was launched in 2022, aims to extend the benefit of Iris beyond Europe. This will be achieved through geographical expansion, 包括亚洲, the USA, 中东, 和澳大利亚.
加入虹膜一代
欧洲ansp应联系 European Satellite Services Provider (ESSP), who is the designated service provider for Iris in Europe. If you wish to contact us, you can go directly to our 客户服务页面.
Global ANSPs and interested airlines can use the contact form provided to get in touch with us about the benefits of Iris for their operation.
