The FAB CE U-space Coordination Group (UCG) has successfully demonstrated an integrated approach to automated drone operations over a 5G network, combining all U-space services, Dynamic Airspace Reconfiguration (DAR) and drone detection capabilities.
UCG’s first integrated U-space proof-of-concept demonstration took place at the Port of Rijeka, showing how an integrated digital environment can support multiple automated drone flights and provide a foundation for future large-scale operations. DAR procedures demonstrated how drone operations can adapt to changing airspace requirements, including those associated with instrument approaches and helicopter emergency medical services. In addition, a drone detection unit provided the capability to detect unknown or potentially unauthorised traffic.
UCG said the proof of concept provides practical evidence to inform future operational U-space implementation and shows the value of cooperation between air navigation services, authorities, drone manufacturers and technology providers..
The event was supported by Croatia Control, the Port of Rijeka Authority, drone manufacturer ORQA, the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of the Interior and the Croatian Civil Aviation Agency. The AMC Portal system, developed by Omniaspect under the guidance of Croatia Control (CCL), provided the digital platform supporting the demonstration.
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