Optimization of Sequencing for Aircraft Arrival Based on Approach Routes

Zhang, X., Zhang, X., Zhang, J. and Liu, B. (2007) Optimization of Sequencing for Aircraft Arrival Based on Approach Routes. In: 2007 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference, Seattle, WA, USA, 30 Sep - 03 Oct 2007, pp. 592-596. ISBN 9781424413959 (doi: 10.1109/ITSC.2007.4357670)

Abstract

This paper presents an optimal sequencing model based on multi-approach routes, and develops a new efficient scheduling algorithm, which uses combinatorial optimization techniques to find the optimal aircraft arrival sequence and the optimal STAs for the aircraft at the runway threshold. Sequencing constraints and minimum safe separation requirements depending on the leading and trailing aircraft types, will be taken care of within the algorithm. The algorithm will also enable prioritization of aircraft according to their importance. Validated with the practical data of the Beijing Capital International Airport of CAAC, the results shows our work is much better than the FCFS solver.

• Item Type: Conference Proceedings
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Liu, Professor Bo
• Authors: Zhang, X., Zhang, X., Zhang, J., and Liu, B.
• College/School: College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering
• ISSN: 2153-0009
• ISBN: 9781424413959
• Published Online: 22 October 2007