India's Mission ISHAN: Revolutionizing Air Traffic Management
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Mission Name | Mission ISHAN |
| Objective | Consolidate India's fragmented airspace management into a single, unified system. |
| Headquarters | Nagpur |
| Current Scenario | India's airspace is divided into four flight information regions (FIRs) and a sub-FIR. |
| Vision | Integrate all FIRs into a single airspace managed from Nagpur. |
| Expected Benefits | - Seamless operations for airlines- Increased flight handling capacity- Reduced flight times |
| Challenges | - Technological upgrades- Process revisions- Personnel training |
| Implementing Agency | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Key Goal | Minimize surveillance and communication gaps to optimize air traffic management. |
| Safety and Efficiency | Centralized control will provide flexible routing, reduce fuel consumption, and lower emissions. |
| Inspiration | Indian Air Force's Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS). |