Research Article

Air Traffic Controllers' Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace

Volume: 8 Number: 2 June 27, 2024
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Air Traffic Controllers' Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace

Abstract

The integration of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) into non-segregated airspace presents both opportunities and challenges for air traffic control (ATC). The aim of the study is to explore the perspectives of air traffic controllers on the current and anticipated challenges, workload, stress factors, performance errors, and mitigation strategies related to UAV integration. The sample consisted of 213 air traffic controllers in Türkiye. UAV operations have been available in Türkiye not only for military purposes but also for purposes such as forest fires, earthquakes, security, and others for a long time, and these UAV operations are provided with air traffic services (ATS) by air traffic controllers. The results show that air traffic controllers are concerned about mid-air collisions due to UAV technology limits and regulatory gaps, along with managing risks and unique flight characteristics. Addressing technology limitations, regulatory ambiguity, and other factors necessitates a comprehensive strategy. Solutions must prioritize collision avoidance systems, clear communication guidelines, and defined no-fly zones. It is recommended that future studies focus on the comprehensive impact of UAVs on air traffic operations and the development of regulations.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Air-Space Transportation

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

June 25, 2024

Publication Date

June 27, 2024

Submission Date

April 30, 2024

Acceptance Date

June 10, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 8 Number: 2

APA
Tuncal, A. (2024). Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace. Journal of Aviation, 8(2), 153-165. https://doi.org/10.30518/jav.1475735
AMA
1.Tuncal A. Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace. JAV. 2024;8(2):153-165. doi:10.30518/jav.1475735
Chicago
Tuncal, Arif. 2024. “Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace”. Journal of Aviation 8 (2): 153-65. https://doi.org/10.30518/jav.1475735.
EndNote
Tuncal A (June 1, 2024) Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace. Journal of Aviation 8 2 153–165.
IEEE
[1]A. Tuncal, “Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace”, JAV, vol. 8, no. 2, pp. 153–165, June 2024, doi: 10.30518/jav.1475735.
ISNAD
Tuncal, Arif. “Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace”. Journal of Aviation 8/2 (June 1, 2024): 153-165. https://doi.org/10.30518/jav.1475735.
JAMA
1.Tuncal A. Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace. JAV. 2024;8:153–165.
MLA
Tuncal, Arif. “Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace”. Journal of Aviation, vol. 8, no. 2, June 2024, pp. 153-65, doi:10.30518/jav.1475735.
Vancouver
1.Arif Tuncal. Air Traffic Controllers’ Perspectives on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace. JAV. 2024 Jun. 1;8(2):153-65. doi:10.30518/jav.1475735

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