Aviation and urban air mobility (UAM) are being continually enhanced through space-based services which introduce new capabilities and improve safety and efficiency.
Satellite technologies play a critical role in the aviation industry, providing services which improve airport management and meteorological applications. They are extensively used in Air Traffic Management, Airline Operational Communications, and passenger in-flight connectivity.
Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is an innovative sector in aviation that offers on-demand, automated air transportation for passengers and cargo in urban and suburban areas. UAM operates primarily in low altitude airspace and is currently most advanced in drone applications for short-range surveillance and package delivery. In the future, this evolving sector aims to include a broader range of vehicles, from small drones to larger passenger aircraft, facilitating intra-city and peripheral urban travel.
The increased use of drones in urban and suburban areas brings challenges for Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS). While RPAS is revolutionising transport, there are hurdles to be addressed in navigating unsegregated airspace to enable expansion in new market opportunities.
Both the traditional and UAM aviation sectors have an increasing focus on achieving CO2-neutral mobility. ESA supports this transition by enabling technologies that help pilots and air traffic controllers identify the most efficient and fuel-saving flight routes, reducing the environmental impact and transforming contemporary travel methods.
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