Increase electronic visibility in the airspace: Make yourself visible.

One of the main risks for general aviation (GA) is mid-air collisions. In EASA member states, there are an average of six fatal collisions every year, tragically claiming 13 lives annually.

Seeing and avoiding traffic is the first rule for preventing mid-air collisions. Traffic information and collision warning systems based on electronic visibility are an important addition to the application of this principle. It doesn’t matter whether you fly a fixed-wing aircraft, a glider, a balloon, a paraglider, or any other type of aircraft. It is important that you are also electronically visible to others.

To this end, the FOCA is increasing the electronic visibility (e-conspicuity) of aircraft in Swiss airspace through technological harmonization. This is intended to reduce the risk of dangerous approaches (airprox). The recently published technology recommendation for owners and pilots is an important guide for equipping aircraft with the appropriate devices that are compatible with each other and ensure electronic visibility. Financial support for equipping aircraft can be applied for via special financing for air transport (BV87). This provides for measures to increase flight safety. Important links: Information on the FASST-CH project FASST-CH technology recommendation.

Important links:

Information about the FASST-CH project

FASST-CH technology recommendation