Estonian RPAS Testing and Demonstration Centre in Tartu - Overview
The Estonian RPAS Testing and Demonstration Centre (TDC) in Tartu was established in 2014 with the aim of enhancing the country's capabilities in the RPAS domain. Activities such as feasibility studies, contract agreements, and technology assessments have been conducted to develop the center's infrastructure. The TDC focuses on assessing RPAS technology advancements, exploring international collaborations, and ensuring cybersecurity solutions, all in line with evolving SESAR requirements. The center's operations include evaluating ATM environments, coordinating with aviation authorities, and implementing safety measures in controlled and uncontrolled airspace. Join the journey of exploring RPAS-specific technologies and innovations at this cutting-edge facility in Estonia.
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Estonian RPAS Testing- and Demonstration Centre (TDC) in Tartu Jaan Tamm Estonian Aviation Academy lenurme, November 14, 2014
Content Activities started in spring 2014.. National Security Committee approval March 2014 EAVA / MoD contract May 2104 Feasibility study of RPAS TDC Conclusions and recommendations of the Feasibility Study Detailed developments International dimension SESAR JU activities Further deliberations 2 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
Contract between EAVA and MOD To cooperate in the RPAS domain for establishing the needed competence for developing the Estonian RPAS Testing and Demonstration Centre (TDC), and particularly: - Preparing the feasibility study - Investigating the funding opportunities - Consulting with the experts from EU bodies and particularly from SESAR JU - Making acquaintance with testing centres abroad - Consulting with other potential stakeholders in Estonia - Collecting know-how of the sector 3 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
The Feasibility Study of RPAS TDC 1. Describing the environment - mapping the present operational functionalities and screening them against evolving SESAR requirements based on the graduation thesis of the ATS student of 2014 COMPLETED with detailed analysis of ATM environment Making the analysis of TDC technology COMPLETED, part of input for funding request Risk management, avoiding common failures Opportunities for cyber-security solutions Overview of RPAS international developments 2. 3. 4. 5. 4 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
ATM analysis 1. 2. Basics from ATM Master Plan - what to expect General description of TDC procedures TSA, TRA and D operations - Configuration - Safety arrangements - Co-ordination procedures between TDC, ACC and Tartu TWR/APP - Separation Operations in the controlled airspace Operations in the uncontrolled airspace 5 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia Nov 14, 2014
Technology 1. RPAS-specific technology VHF ADS-B GPS, incl proposal for EGNOS RIMS to Tartu Detect & avoid, C2 data-link (VDL/2 ??) Laboratories and workshops od Academy Participation (as observer?) in SESAR JU Definition Phase Establishing co-operation with cyber-security stakeholders 2. 3. 4. 6 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
EGNOS RIMS to Tartu 7 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
Funding opportunities 1. Upgrading the Academy s study infrastructure for project-based RPAS studies request to the EU Structural Funds, qualified on May 27, 2014 FAILED, intention to RE-APPLY 2. Arrangement with Ministry of Economic Affairs & Communications and Estonian ANS funding part of the ATM research To draft and conclude the agreement 3. The upcoming SESAR JU demonstration and validation projects 4. Call to other stakeholders to contribute the TDC undertaking 8 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
General conclusions for developing the TDC 1. Giving priority for civil undertaking, involvement and motivation of stakeholders 2. The first goal - contributing to the RPAS integration into conventional aviation system 3. Setting balanced focus on developing the regulation, technology enablers and ATM procedures 4. EAVA special regard on educating the RPAS personnel, also developing technology 5. Organising the TDC as a spin-off at the Academy, aiming later at independent certified operator 6. To secure initial funding for the development phase.. Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia 9
International (European) dimension Forth-coming SESAR RPAS Definition Phase aiming at integrating RPAS in the European aviation system and ATM From 2016 and beyond (VLOS, IFR, VFR) Phased integration into non-segregated ATM environments, including VLL operations Produce R&D and validation programme SESAR compliant - anticipating the 2015 update of the European ATM Master Plan 1. 2. RPAS R&D to become part of SESAR 2020 development work 3. Funded under Horizon 2020 10 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
RPAS Scope types of operations Source: SESAR JU RPAS workshop on Sept 4, 2014 11 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
RPAS R&D roadmap timeline Source: SESAR JU RPAS workshop on Sept 4, 2014 12 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
RPAS Definition Phase activities (Saab) 1. Detect & Avoid (Honeywell) 2. C2 (Command & Control) data-link (CANSO) 3. Airspace & airport access Contingency (e.g loss of link ...) AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe) (ASD 4. (EUROCONTROL) 5. Human Factors (SESAR JU) 6. Security (SESAR JU / ECTL) 7. Demos and best practices 13 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
Opportunities for SJU co-operation From the outcome of meeting the SESAR JU, Denis Koehl in Tartu on November 5th 1. The expected capacity of Tartu RPAS TDC could be of interest for SESAR for RPAS Very large scale demonstrations (VLD) 2. Estonian expertise and experience in the field of cyber technology can considered by SESAR 14 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
Vision for creating the Centre 1. Drafting the Operational Concept, synchronizing it with operations of Tartu Airport 2. Developing the master plan / action plan 3. Establishing the legal body the operator of Centre 4. Communicating and marketing 5. Proposing the upgrades/adjustments for legislation 6. Making the Safety Case for the Centre establishment 7. Certifying the Centre with Estonian CAA and military authorities 15 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
Critical success factors 1. Broad involvement of all stakeholders regulator, supervisor, ATM, Airport and RPAS operators 2. Co-operation with academic institutions, including Ministry of Education and Research 3. Funding and in kind contribution 4. Getting international, becoming partner in the broader RPAS research network 5. Delivering and demonstrating tangible results 16 Nov 14, 2014 RPAS Testing Centre Estonia
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