The use of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) for air navigation purposes : benefits, vulnerabilities of the systems and legal issues

The existing air navigation services have many shortcomings and a reform was necessary. The new systems (CNS/ATM systems) will be largely dependent on Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) which can bring significant benefits to air navigation in terms of safety, efficiency, capacity, and economy. However, GNSS have weaknesses which can be reduced but will never be fully eliminated. Depending solely on a system that can be disrupted is not acceptable for safety of life applications, such as aviation. The implementation of GNSS also raises unique legal issues and ICAO has been working on the establishment of a legal framework for GNSS since 1992. Nevertheless, disagreement between states on the need for an international convention remains significant. Legal discussions should not slow down the implementation of GNSS which, when used in conjunction with terrestrial navigation aids, have the potential to revolutionize air navigation.

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:LACETR/oai:collectionscanada.gc.ca:QMM.99141
Date January 2006
CreatorsJaugey, Delphine.
PublisherMcGill University
Source SetsLibrary and Archives Canada ETDs Repository / Centre d'archives des thèses électroniques de Bibliothèque et Archives Canada
LanguageEnglish
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeElectronic Thesis or Dissertation
Formatapplication/pdf
CoverageMaster of Laws (Institute of Air and Space Law.)
Rights© Delphine Jaugey, 2006
Relationalephsysno: 002481712, proquestno: AAIMR25043, Theses scanned by UMI/ProQuest.

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