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| Sam Wormley |
 Posted: Tue Feb 27, 2007 5:25 pm |
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Lockheed Martin Team Qualifies To Bid On First FAA Nextgen Program
http://www.gpsdaily.com/reports/Lockheed_Martin_Team_Qualifies_To_Bid_On_First_FAA_Nextgen_Program_999.html
by Staff Writers
Rockville MD (SPX) Feb 26, 2007
A world-class team led by Lockheed Martin has been down selected by the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to propose a solution for the
Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) program, a
cornerstone initiative for the next generation air transportation
system. ADS-B uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites and
onboard technology, instead of ground-based radars, to help pilots and
air traffic controllers keep aircraft in the sky safely separated. It
is the enabling technology for future communications, navigation and
surveillance capabilities.
"By moving surveillance from ground-based radar systems to space-based
satellites, ADS-B will provide more precise automatic broadcast of
position, altitude and velocity. We believe the FAA is on the correct
path with this essential NextGen system procurement, and are proud to
be given the opportunity to bid on this critical service," said Sue
Corcoran, vice president of Aviation Solutions, Lockheed Martin
Transportation and Security Solutions.
Considered a 'game changer' for the FAA, the agency expects to
accelerate development and deployment and drive costs off government
books by making ADS-B a service provision contract. "This approach
minimizes FAA's risk and provides it with greater flexibility, because
the agency will rely on private industry to install and maintain
equipment," Corcoran added.
"Our Lockheed Martin team of experts is uniquely versed in the FAA's
mission, culture and National Airspace System architecture. We
understand the importance of successfully managing this program
because, as an enabling technology, ADS-B will serve as the springboard
for advanced communications, navigation and surveillance capabilities
in the future."
The Lockheed Martin ADS-B core team includes Sensis Corporation, Harris
Corporation and Honeywell International. |
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