Airports

Synaptic Aviation and El Dorado International Airport (El Dorado), one of Latin America’s busiest and most prominent aviation hubs, are pleased to announce an agreement for the provision of Synaptic’s software at the airport.

Delays in taxiing not only frustrate passengers but also lead to increased fuel consumption, longer block times, and higher emissions. At the 77th IATA General Meeting, member airlines committed to achieving net-zero emissions from their operations by 2050. 3% of the gains will come from infrastructure and operational efficiencies; optimizing taxi times is an achievable objective given the available opportunities today and the many inefficiencies that can be mitigated.

It is extremely rare these days to hear news about fatal commercial aviation accidents. Despite zero fatal accidents in 2023 compared to twelve in 1980, the yearly number of flights has more than quadrupled.

Airport aprons are high-stakes, high-traffic areas where constant vigilance is required to protect passengers, crew, and airport workers. Due to the high volume of daily aircraft movements and ground support equipment operations, it is imperative to have real-time visibility into the whereabouts, movements, and actions of all objects and personnel on the apron.

In today’s fast-changing business world, and with more ultra-low-cost carriers emerging in the market it is critical to be focused on opportunities to be efficient and manage costs. By improving turnaround time, airlines can gain an edge and outperform their competitors.

Several factors contribute to increasing air travel demands, such as population growth, economic development, and the rise of low-cost carriers. As more people are able to afford air travel, airlines are adding more flights and routes to meet this demand.

Why airport apron efficiency is critical right now? Airport aprons must be able to accommodate arriving and departing aircraft without delay, not only to increase customer satisfaction but also to cut back on fuel costs and reduce CO2 emissions. When an aircraft arrives at an airport, it must be able to park at an available gate or stand swiftly.

There are a variety of factors that can contribute to air travel delays and cancellations. Unfortunately, there is no one easy solution to fix the problem. However, understanding the causes can help you prepare for future delays and make the best of a difficult situation.

While safety is a key part of airport ramp operations, the complexity of ground operations often results in accidents, many of which could have been prevented. According to the Flight Safety Foundation, 27,000 airport ramp accidents and incidents occur every year across the globe, or one per 1,000 departures. These incidents translate into about $10 billion in costs every year for airlines.

Industry commentators have shared a common concern during the COVID-19 pandemic: we need to be more tech-savvy and adaptable to survive a new world order.