Collins Aerospace delivers Mobile Air Traffic Control System to US Air Force.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) business, announced on February 12, 2024, the delivery of vehicle-mounted air traffic control systems to the US Air Force. Designed to facilitate air traffic management in the most contested environments, these units, known as Air Traffic Navigation, Integration, and Coordination Systems (ATNAVICS), are comprehensive air traffic control systems that can be easily transported to support operations in austere environments. The systems feature new Primary Surveillance Radars with significant range capabilities.
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The Air Traffic Navigation, Integration, and Coordination System (ATNAVICS) radar (Picture source: Collins Aerospace)

Philippe Limondin, Vice President and General Manager of Resilient Navigation Solutions at Collins Aerospace, highlighted the efficiency and quick deployment capabilities of these autonomous air traffic control systems. Engineered to be complete air traffic systems, they enable field teams to access surveillance, precision landing, and friend-or-foe identification functionalities.

ATNAVICS radars are designed to offer air traffic control services in adverse weather conditions and hostile environments, showcasing the latest in transmitter technology for enhanced efficiency.
ATNAVICS supports the US Air Force's Agile Combat Employment doctrine, providing expeditionary air traffic management, integrated mission command, and availability in highly contested environments.

Currently, ATNAVICS is operational worldwide with the United States Marine Corps, the United States Army, the US Air Force, and is now available for expanded global operations through direct commercial sales.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, positions itself as a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. With 80,000 employees, the company is committed to delivering future-oriented technologies to advance sustainable and connected aviation, passenger safety and comfort, mission success, space exploration, and more.

RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, employs over 185,000 people globally. By pushing the boundaries of technology and science, RTX is redefining how we connect and protect our world. Through its industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – RTX is advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. With 2023 sales of $68.9 billion, the company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Defense News February 2024