Turbulence Auto-PIREP System (TAPS)

TAPS

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How It

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Components
    

Components of TAPS:

•  Algorithms/software onboard the aircraft to measure turbulence encounters and to generate a TAPS report for transmission.

   

•  Ground station system with software that:

•  Receives and displays the TAPS reports,

•  Enables the user to customize the display of TAPS reports,

•  Determines relevant aircraft that require the TAPS report information, and

•  Uplinks the TAPS report to other aircraft.

 

•  Algorithms/software onboard aircraft for receiving, interpreting, and displaying TAPS reports in the cockpit.

Currently, the turbulence measurement and ground station algorithms have been tested and are available.   The ground station display has been developed and is undergoing evaluation by Delta Air Lines dispatchers and other personnel (click here for a sample picture of the ground station display).   AeroTech is currently working with Delta Air Lines on the design of a cockpit display for TAPS information.

 

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