Traffic Computer Subcommittee (TCS)Last Update: December 19, 2007Chairman: Greg Kuehl - UPS Goal: Update ARINC 735A TCAS standard to include Automatic Dependant Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) capability. Equipment focus is current production aircraft with EFIS/FMS. Scope: ARINC Project Paper 735B will introduce ADS-B capability into the TCAS specification. The ARINC 735B specification will address form, fit and function. The project will identify and specify ADS-B functions expected to emerge in the near-term. It will prepare provisions for functions expected in the long-term. ADS-B “IN” consistent with applications defined by the Requirements Focus Group (RFG) i.e., In-Trail Maneuvers, Visual Acquisition, Surface Monitoring in flight and on the surface, will be introduced. Sequencing and merging, as well as other ASAS functions will be part of longer term functions for which provisions will be made. Electrical and logical interfaces will be specified to enable Cockpit Display of Traffic Information (CDTI). Benefit: ARINC 735B is expected to enable equipment to be produced that will provide significant improvements in traffic situational awareness. This will reduce aircraft spacing and improve operational efficiency. Standard aircraft interwiring is expected to extend TCAS freedom-of-choice into the next generation of traffic surveillance products supplied by various equipment manufacturers. AEEC General Session (October 2006) Update: AEEC endorsed the formation of the Traffic Computer Subcommittee to develop Project Paper 735B, TCAS with ADS-B Capability. Current Drafts: Next Meeting Announcement: Last Meeting Report:
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