Air Traffic Services Unit (ATSU) Airline Operational Communication
Overview
The Air Traffic Services Unit (ATSU) provides the Datalink Host Platform, Router and Air Traffic Control applications used for Datalink communications on the Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 and A340 aircraft. The Honeywell ATSU Airline Operational Control (AOC) software and database support operational functions include:
Three components make up the ATSU system:
- AOC uplinks and downlinks that enable efficient airline operations
- Out-off-on-in (OOOI) logic to define each flight phase
- AOC user interface to the flight crew
- Aircraft and operational data reporting—including engine, fuel, avionics and maintenance reports
Three components make up the ATSU system:
- The ATSU Hardware on Airbus platforms – provided by Airbus
- The ATSU Aircraft Interface Software (including air/ground Router) and ATC Application - provided by Airbus
- The ATSU AOC software and AOC Database – provided by Honeywell
Compatible Aircraft
Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321
Airbus A330
Airbus A340
Specifications
Key Differentiators
Features & Benefits
- 1,200+ internal parameters used for reconfiguration, displays, downlinks, reports, etc
- 120+ automatic trigger algorithms which can be used for a number of different purposes including sending downlinks automatically
- Logical processing associated with multi-function control display unit line select key actions
- Message encryption / decryption
- New Active Advisories feature
- Support of new passenger doors for the new A340-600 aircraft
