H=C3 (The three C's of Global Harmonization)

In order to ensure the proper harmonization of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) with other systems and air traffic modernization efforts around the world, we must: collaborate with our global peers and partners, pooling our intellectual talents to develop globally viable standards; cooperate within and across the regions of the world to ensure synchronized investments and operational improvements; and coordinate our efforts with any and all stakeholders to implement a truly global Air Traffic Management (ATM) system. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Organization (ATO) International Office is working on the following five key activities to collaborate, cooperate, and coordinate with the global community to harmonize NextGen with other efforts being developed around the world. This paper will elaborate on each and provide insight into the ATO International Strategy document that captures the associated work.