Navigate / EASA

GM1 ACNS.B.DLS.B1.005 Data Link System Installation

ED Decision 2013/031/R

An example of installation may be a system comprising the following components or inputs:

—         A VHF Data Radio (VDR) with Mode 2 capability and its associated antenna.

—         A Unit for Communication Management with Mode 2 and ATN capabilities

—         A display unit with means for crew to be notified of ATS Requests and Clearances, and issue downlink crew requests to controllers or responses to outstanding messages (from controllers).

—         An adequate source for UTC time e.g. a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS).

—         An adequate source for conducted flight plan information (Departure Airport, Destination Airport, Estimated Time of Arrival) e.g. Flight Management System (FMS)

—         An adequate source of aeroplane position e.g. Flight Management System (FMS), or a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) or both

—         An adequate source for Air/Ground Status information e.g. an interface with the landing gear or Flight Management System (FMS) or both

—         An adequate aural attention getter for announcements.

—         Adequate indication means of system and service availability.

—         Adequate control means for the crew.