L-band digital aeronautical communications system (LDACS) activities in SESAR2020

SESAR (Single European Sky ATM Research) is going to modernise European ATM by defining, developing and delivering new or improved technologies and procedures (so-called SESAR Solutions). SESAR Solutions PJ.14-02-01 “FCI Terrestrial Data Link” is part of the SESAR2020 Project PJ14 “Essential and Efficient Communication Navigation and Surveillance integrated system — EECNS” The solutions developed and delivered by SESAR are divided into four key areas of ATM (key features), reflecting these stakeholders and their business interests. Enabling aviation infrastructure The enhancements described in the first three key features will be underpinned by an advanced, integrated and rationalised aviation infrastructure, providing the required technical capabilities in a resource-efficient manner. Communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS) systems (like for instance LDACS) are considered in a coordinated way for application across the ATM system in a globally interoperable and harmonised manner.