Civil air traffic control

Join the journey into the CERTIUM® universe - from the microphone to the antenna

Highly volatile air traffic volumes, rapid technological advancements, the continuing digitalization of the aviation sector, evolving cyber threats and limited resources pose great challenges for air navigation service providers. Aviation safety constantly needs to keep pace without making compromises. Safety and security are non-negotiable, and operations must also remain efficient and flexible. Introducing CERTIUM®, both the solution to these challenges and a promise to the ATC community:

An advanced and comprehensive ATC communications suite
A solution beyond existing safety, security and efficiency standards

CERTIUM® features a complete portfolio from a single source with perfectly matched components based on full IP technology.

CERTIUM® portfolio

CERTIUM® VCS

A quad-redundant, IP based voice communications system integrates perfectly with the entire portfolio.

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CERTIUM® RADIOS

Reliable software defined radios featuring an innovative security-by-design architecture.

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CERTIUM® LOCATE

Increased situational awareness for ATC controllers based on state-of-the art direction finder technology.

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CERTIUM® ANALYSIS

Leading test and measurement solutions for VoIP networks, radios, navigation, radar and satellites.

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CERTIUM® GATEWAYS

Seamless integration of legacy applications into IP infrastructure enabling phased migration scenarios.

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CERTIUM® NETWORK

Delay-free network encryption, ATC session border controller and network components ensure secure ATC networks.

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CERTIUM® MANAGEMENT

Centralized management of VCS and radios to enable smooth network operation.

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CERTIUM® SERVICE

From system design, project implementation and extensive acceptance testing up to longterm lifecycle support.

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CERTIUM® - essential features and customer benefits

Constantly setting new benchmarks in the aviation sector requires the best and most innovative technology. This is attributable not least to improvements in safety and efficiency. Rohde & Schwarz supports air traffic controllers, pilots and security and technical personnel at airports with a future-proof aviation portfolio.

One-stop solution

Rohde & Schwarz offers a one-stop-shop solution for the full lifecycle of a system – from design, manufacturing and system integration to project implementation and tailored services.

Benefit:
ATC controllers and decision-makers benefit from just one contact that takes clear responsibility for the whole ATC communications system. This has a decisive effect on reliability, availability and efficiency.

Security

From high-speed encryption to leading cyber security solutions, Rohde & Schwarz equips governmental authorities and ANSPs with highly secure and encrypted architectures.

Benefit:
Rohde & Schwarz protects the customer’s operations and follows a strict security by design philosophy for all mission-critical components. Built-in functional security is a vital part in the development process, as effective security cannot be achieved by later providing software updates.

Safety

Rohde & Schwarz enables air traffic control at more than 200 airports and flight operations centers across the world. Multiple layers of redundancy, including an innovative quad-redundant VCS architecture, ensure uninterrupted availability and enhanced resilience against disasters.

Benefit:
Safety is a vital part of the company‘s culture. As an independent, privately owned enterprise, Rohde & Schwarz does not have to think in terms of quarterly results. Customers have benefited from sustainable long-term solutions, for more than 85 years and will continue to do so in the future.

Efficiency

CERTIUM® features seamless integration of all components, designed out of one hand, with 100 % IP compatibility in order to create a comprehensive system, offering minimal maintenance and repair, thereby reducing operating costs.

Benefit:
Rohde & Schwarz offers affordable, cost-effective and future-proof solutions, being the partner who stands by your side, even in periods of extreme uncertainty. We help to increase operational flexibility and ease of use by minimizing the controller’s workload.

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Constantin von Reden - Vice President Market Segment ATC

"Increasing air traffic density and the continued challenge to reduce costs are creating new challenges for air navigation service providers. CERTIUM® is a technological answer to both issues. The communications suite ensures absolute availability and increased situational awareness and, at the same time, cost- and resource-efficient operation."

Francesco Gualtieri - Product Manager ATC Radios

"The R&S®Series5200 is actually more than just a radio: it is an advanced and fully integrated network component, with a secure-by-design architecture and extremely flexible network interfaces. Of course, it provides voice and data RF link in the uncompromised quality you would expect from a Rohde & Schwarz radio."

Alexandru Negulescu - Managing Director R&S Center of Competence for VCS

"The new radio is a perfect match for our innovative fully IP based voice communications system, CERTIUM® VCS-4G, which has a proven track record in more than 200 projects worldwide. Thanks to our more than 10 years of experience in deploying IP based VCS systems, we can support our customers in their transition from legacy to modern ATC networks – from design to implementation, operation and support."

Jindrich Slavik - ATC Portfolio Manager

"With CERTIUM, Rohde & Schwarz strongly focuses on using the security by design approach when developing its products and on leveraging its expertise in cybersecurity solutions for governments and critical infrastructures. Our goal is to increase the level of security, not only within our products, but throughout the entire ATC market."

Marius Münstermann - Director of Sales ATC

As a reliable partner, we support you through all phases of the project lifecycle and stand by you with an extensive and constantly growing portfolio of services that can be tailored to your specific needs. We keep our promises and are there when you need us."

Innovative solutions for secure and safe ATC communications

Applications

Supporting today’s and tomorrow’s use cases in air traffic control.

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ATC customers around the world trust our proven products and solutions.

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CERTIUM® Webinar

Deep dive into CERTIUM® LOCATE

Live Webinar date: January 28, 2020

Learn about increased situational awareness for ATC controllers based on state-of-the art direction finder technology.

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