References for our ATC solutions in more than 80 countries

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70.000 ATC radios, more than 350 systems in more than 80 countries

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For more than 35 years, Rohde & Schwarz has supported supervisory authorities, airports, air navigation service providers (ANSP) and airlines across the world with a comprehensive range of solutions – from radios and voice communications systems (VCS) to direction finding solutions and the installation and maintenance of turnkey systems.

With more than 70,000 ATC radios installed and over 350 systems installed in more than 80 countries, customers around the world rely on the uncompromising quality of our products and the user centric design of our ATC solutions.

Case studies

Lufthansa modernizes flight operations communications

Deutsche Lufthansa AG

Lufthansa, one of the world's leading airlines, has modernized the flight operations communications infrastructure at its major hub locations in Frankfurt and Munich. This project focused on implementing a state-of-the-art solution capable of delivering modern radio over IP (RoIP) services for vital VHF radio communications with pilots.

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Techno Sky

Techno Sky and the Italian CAA (ENAC) collaborated on a drone-based solution for inspecting airport Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). The research tested replacing traditional ground check vehicles (GCV) with a multi-copter drone equipped with a Rohde & Schwarz R&S®EVSD1000 receiver, aiming for a more efficient inspection process.

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Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH (DFS)

DFS ATC upgraded its comms for reliable, future-proof VoIP with 8.33 kHz spacing. This optimized Germany-wide ATC coverage via redundant connections & new antennas. The project also renewed station infrastructure, minimizing failure & downtime.

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NAV CANADA

NAV CANADA boosts ATC resilience with Rohde & Schwarz CERTIUM VCS. A 5-year contract delivers 600+ operator positions & seamless connectivity for 700+ phone services/800 radio frequencies across Canada. The quad-redundant, ED-137 compliant system provides a vital backup & enhances safety, efficiency, & future-proofs operations. Includes a main VCS for Gander's Intl. Flight Service Station. Rohde & Schwarz offers 15+ years support.

AirNav Ireland / ISAVIA

AirNav Ireland & ISAVIA operate a demanding ATC network over the North Atlantic, handling 500,000+ flights annually. They’ve deployed CERTIUM VCS as independent, yet interconnected systems – a world-first enabling virtual ATC center operation. This allows shared resources & flexible response to traffic fluctuations, boosting staff satisfaction & optimizing resource use.

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Taiwan reduces system complexity with R&S®Series5200 radios

ANWS of Taiwan

Taiwan’s ANWS modernized its ATC communications with R&S®Series5200 radios, switching to ED-137 VoIP to meet new interoperability demands. The flexible system simplifies a complex IP migration & handles growing ATC infrastructure challenges with ease.

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Skyguide

Rohde & Schwarz mobile ATC shelters ensure rapid restoration of safe air traffic operations after disasters. Developed with Skyguide, the M.A.R.S. system features a complete CERTIUM radio system & 3hr battery backup, deployable by helicopter or truck. Remote control via R&S RCMS II enables centralized monitoring.

HungaroControl

HungaroControl ordered seven R&S®DF-ATC-S direction finders & a positioning server from Rohde & Schwarz to enhance ATC capacity. Driven by increased traffic & free routing, the system delivers vital pilot-controller communication for safe airspace management in Hungary & Kosovo.

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Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH (DFS)

DFS modernized its Germany-wide radio network with over 4,000 R&S®Series4200 radios to meet 8.33 kHz spacing requirements. Seamlessly integrated with their VCS, the system utilizes R&S®RCMS II for remote management & enhances situational awareness with R&S DF-ATC direction finders at key locations

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Airways New Zealand

The CERTIUM VCS-4G full IP voice communications system was selected by Airways New Zealand as the new nationwide ATC communications system based on its flexibility, scalability and reliability. Following the successful factory acceptance of the system at the Rohde & Schwarz integration laboratory in Australia in July 2019, the rollout is already under way.

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Air Navigation Services of the Czech Republic

ANS CR modernizes 200 ATC simulator positions with Rohde & Schwarz CERTIUM VCS. The upgrade, across Prague, Brno, Ostrava & Karlovy Vary, adapts existing systems with interfaces from other vendors. This allows realistic simulation of diverse ATC environments for enhanced training capabilities. The core remains the reliable CERTIUM VCS platform.

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (China)

Rohde & Schwarz equips Chengdu Tianfu Int’l Airport with 240+ R&S®Series4200 VHF/UHF radios & 17 controller positions, per CAAC. This ensures reliable ATC & passenger safety via 120 VHF channels distributed across 13 sites. The system supports regional, approach, ground, tower, & airway control services for comprehensive coverage.

COCESNA

COCESNA & Rohde & Schwarz forge a long-term partnership, starting with a complete ATC comms system at Ilopango Airport (El Salvador) – CERTIUM VCS, radios, & CWPs. Expanded with 240+ R&S®Series4200 SDRs across 32 sites in 6 Central American countries for en-route & ground-to-air comms. This boosts regional air traffic safety & efficiency.

Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)

Rohde & Schwarz equips Singapore Changi Airport (including Changi East) with 240+ R&S®Series4200 VHF/UHF radios, featuring DSiT – simultaneous transmission detection. CAAS is the first in Asia-Pacific to adopt this tech, enhancing safety. The 15-year contract includes equipment, software, training & full support services.