About the exercise

Through simulations and live trials involving several airlines, this exercise aimed to elaborate recommendations for UPR operations inside Europe. Real-time simulations were carried out at the MUAC and concerned H24/7 operations.

Results

79% of the tested direct routes for night, near-night and week-end operation have been approved for implementation. Among the validated routes, 98 direct routes have been identified for 24-hour activation. The implementation of UPR operations in the MUAC area brings benefits in terms of improved flight efficiency and environmental sustainability. The validation activity showed that allowing a UPR flight plan to cross an active segregated area is not manageable due to unacceptable increases in ATCO workload. Interactions of UPR with Advanced Flexible use of Airspace (AFUA) needs further investigation.