IRIS

The solution

IRIS enables real-time collaboration between pilots, air traffic controllers and airline operation centres using secure, high-bandwidth data links. This minimises delays, saves fuel and reduces environmental impact for airlines, while also improving airspace usage, easing congestion and accommodating future growth. This supports the Single European Skies ATM Research (SESAR) masterplan for next-generation air traffic management.

IRIS will be the first communication service to benefit from a Pan-European certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) through European Satellite Services Provider (ESSP). Powered by SB-S, our award-winning broadband platform for the cockpit, Iris uses secure IP connectivity to relieve pressure on congested VHF radio links, which are near capacity.

TXT’s proprietary Pacelab Flight Profile Optimiser (Pacelab FPO) is a software solutions for flight operations that leverage the latest in aeronautical and mobile technology to help streamline all aspects of your flight operations, from mission planning and en-route flight profile optimization to post-flight analysis and maintenance tasks.

EFB application Pacelab Flight Profile Optimizer provides reliable decision-making support which enables flight crews to respond quickly and effectively to unforeseen changes along the route and to navigate the cost penalties of sub-optimum operations. This application is already deployed by more than 1,500 aircraft. It enables more efficient use of airspace capacity by providing vertical and lateral route optimisation that will generate fuel saving and environmental benefits as well as reducing disruption from Irregular Operations (IROPs).

Objectives

IRIS technology together with TXT FPO unlocks the real-time benefits of optimised weather,-based decisions, and seamless 4D trajectory-based routes, further boosting the programmes’ green credentials.