Description

The project aims to extend and mature the SESAR U-space Concept of Operations for the integration of drones into controlled airspace. Building on the success of CORUS and CORUS XUAM, it willis expanding the scope to cover areas currently not included such as above very low level airspace and near controlled airports. The updated ConOps will include functionalities and U3/U4 services supporting U-space integration, and propose SESAR Solutions, flight rules, and airspace structure elements. It will address key concerns, including liability, the quality of digital terrain models, and the convergence of altitude references (Mean Sea Level vs. Above Ground Level). The ultimate goal is to publish the fifth edition of the U-space ConOps, enabling safe, green, and acceptable operations for both crewed and uncrewed aircraft.

European Union
Project ID: CORUS five
Grant ID: 101166763
Status: Ongoing
Project duration: 01-09-2024 > 28-02-2027
EU contr.: € 887 717,00
Total cost: € 2 011 319,75
Activity: Exploratory research
Flagship: U-space and urban air mobility
SESAR programme: Digital European Sky
Development of the extended U-space Concept of Operations CORUS V5.0 - CORUS five standardisation Drones U-space VLL very low level drone integration