CAST Aircraft: Air Traffic Simulation Software

CAST Aircraft air traffic simulation software provides a virtual model of air traffic at and around the airport, taking into account components such as infrastructure, restrictions, operational strategies and rules.

Key Features

• Comprehensive analysis and 3D animation
• Multi-agent simulation of air traffic
• Air traffic generation based on schedules
• Dynamic and flexible aircraft stand allocation
• Advanced taxiing and routing behaviour features
• Operates on a standard Microsoft Windows PC

Integral to CAST air traffic simulation software is the application's 3D environments and infrastructure. Limiting the software to generic 3D/2D computer simulation and modelling increases processing speed and assists in the timely analysis of information. A variety of editing and import functions assure rapid and flexible 3D modelling, which is essential for the informed development of your airfield's presentation and structure.

Air Traffic Simulation Software

CAST air traffic simulation software is based on central flight schedule and handling systems. Using the chronology of flight schedules, departing and arriving flights are displayed in a 3D environment. Using probability functions, deviations from the airport schedule and delays can also be programmed to occur during the simulation, preparing airport officials unexpected events and the opportunity to experience specific conditions.

The application's operational elements can perceive how an aircraft is taxiing and which airport runway is being used. In addition, it is possible for users to use the software's default settings or define specialist ATC rules for routing.

The routing model presents a virtual routing for each aircraft while taking into account preferences and restrictions. Based on ATC rules, the application will deliver a virtual environment that considers radar separations, wake vortices, departure separation, runway occupancy times and the properties of individual aircraft. Video recording functions are available for the playback of simulations, which can also be incorporated into demonstrations and presentations for airport staff, investors and engineers.

CAST air traffic simulation software also offers users the option of importing taxiway and runway networks from CAD, saving time for staff and providing an accurate representation of the airport environment. CAST Aircraft uses the latest in multi-agent technology and is designed to be operated as a stand-alone application or as an integrated part of other CAST products.

CAST Simulation Software

The aim of CAST is to reduce the cost of operations and investments, to increase the speed of decision making processes and to assure punctual, safe and smooth operations. The software has been developed using feedback from our partners, including Zurich Airport, Frankfurt Airport, Eurocontrol and BAA. The use of CAST simulation software has seen steady growth globally and is used widely by authorities, consultant and planners in the aviation industry.