Satellite-based Precision Approaches at Frankfurt Airport

摘要

Global navigation satellite systems using ground-based augmentation are considered the future solution for precision approaches at airports. The satellite-based precision landing system GBAS holds many advantages over the currently used instrument landing system (ILS). It may provide considerable cost-savings, has a high potential for maximizing capacity at airports, and allows flexible operational use. The Frankfurt hub will be the first major international European airport to be equipped with GBAS. A trial station for CAT Ⅲ approach tests is already in use there.