Datalink Summer Performance Report

Key Targets:

1. New VDL2 alternate frequencies: Achieved 100% operational status for the Collins 3rd frequency, with full deployment completed by May 24, 2024.
2. Increase Common Signalling Channel offload: Efforts to reduce the Controller-Pilot Data Link Communication via the CSC to 5% of total traffic are ongoing, with the current rate at 22%.
3. GNSS interference awareness: Successfully conducted a webinar and shared a GNSS interference map with stakeholders.
4. Increase logon rate above 75%: Continuous improvements noted, with some ANSPs reaching a 70% logon rate.
5. Ensure 100% flight plan completion: Significant progress made, including a system update to enhance compliance checks.
6. Eliminate repetitive uplink messages: This target has been postponed to March 2025.

Despite some challenges, substantial progress has been achieved, demonstrating the collective efforts towards enhancing the summer 2024 operations.