With air travel nearly doubling in the 21st century, Airplane GPS is set to provide the cornerstone of future air traffic management. Unlike ground based equipment, satellite navigation allows for accurate aircraft position determination anywhere on or near the surface of the earth. These new systems will maintain high levels of safety while reducing airport delays and increasing airway capacity. The FAA’s stated objective is to establish a satellite based navigation system for all phases of flight.
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