Two specific phases of the roadmap are defined.
a) 2028: an i-conspicuity ecosystem
In line with EASA initiatives, safety for VFR and IFR is enhanced by introducing an e-conspicuity mandate in class E. By 2028, all manned flights are electronically visible using a mix of suitable and interoperable technologies. This lays the foundation for the uplink transmission of data in the cockpit, a real solid step towards digitalised airspace. The integration of unmanned aerial vehicles in class G is facilitated. The system has following features.
Air-to-air: Each airspace user is equipped with electronic systems that transmit real time data (position, speed, …) and in the near future also receive the same information from other aircraft in the vicinity. This direct communication enables pilots to detect traffic in their area.
Ground-to-air and air-to-ground: A network of ground stations collects and processes the traffic data sent by aircraft and sends it to other airspace users. These “indirectly received” data will enlarge and complete the picture of pilots with data they cannot receive directly
Airspace monitoring: These data allow real time airspace monitoring providing an overview of all traffic and supports multiple stakeholders.
Additional advantages: Such a connectivity network ultimately means that airspace users can also receive updates on weather conditions or restricted airspace, similar to FIS-B in the US, for example, and that the industry can develop tools to support pilots, enabling data in the cockpit.
b) 2035: a fully connected airspace
A fully connected airspace is implemented by 2035, where users can access key data in real time, such as traffic, weather and airspace status, and where connectivity enables flexible, real-time allocation of resources, controlled by cloud-based data sharing.
Last modification 21.05.2025
