Lufthansa Systems has announced it is offering a new comprehensive database of worldwide obstacles designed specially for avionics manufacturers and software providers.
Called Lido/SurfaceData, the solution identifies the location dimensions of over one million natural obstacles around the world such as mountains and rivers, as well as known and largely stable man-made obstacles such as skyscrapers, bridges and wind turbines that are changing all the time. These include both fixed and mobile objects that are located near airports or in a region above the ground where they could affect flight traffic or pose a threat to safety.
The standardised collection of obstacle data is based on official sources such as Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP). Its goal is to improve synthetic vision systems as well as ground proximity warning systems and terrain avoidance systems. Airlines can also use the data from Lido/SurfaceData for airport analyses. The data can be used for helicopter software as well.
“Warning systems, sensors, front displays and technical support for synthetic vision improve the situational awareness of pilots and therefore increase safety. Our new Lido/SurfaceData product thus fits perfectly in our portfolio of Lido/Navigation solutions,” says Cheng-Yi Cheng, Product Manager Lido/Navigation Data Services.
The Lido/Navigation obstacle data is processed in accordance with RTCA DO-200 and meets the DO-276 and DO-291 industry standards. “Intensive quality controls in each phase of the process guarantee a premium product,” says Cheng.
“Furthermore, EASA has certified the Lido/SurfaceData data in accordance with LoA Type 1 and will also regularly audit it in the future,” he adds