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Aerodrome Mapping Database - AMDB

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Accurate and high-quality GIS datasets that can be used to efficiently supplement surface navigation in a wide variety of airport-related activities. AMDBs are comprised of correlated TrueTerrain imagery, DTM elevation, and vectors that describe the spatial layout of an aerodrome.
 

  • Key airport features are digitized from the georeferenced imagery, resulting in location-specific point, line, and polygon vector feature classes.
  • Detailed attributes that provide specific details related to characteristics and function of the aerodrome features
  • Enhances safety and situational awareness
  • Compliant with multiple industry standards
  • Real-world consistency allows users to familiarize themselves with the aerodrome

Aerodrome Mapping Database [AMDB]

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Detailed Vector Layers

  • AMDB Layers are derived from satellite imagery which has been georeferenced using survey ground control points. Key airport features are digitized from the georeferenced imagery, resulting in location-specific point, line, and polygon vector feature classes.

     

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  • Detailed attributes are added to the vector objects using image interpretation, publicly available airport diagrams, and customer provided data. This attribution provides additional information beyond the spatial location, allowing the user to have access to specific details relating to characteristics and function of the aerodrome features.

     

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Correlated Vector Layers

AMDB vector layers are precisely correlated and organized into 5 categories related to their function within the aerodrome: 

  • Runways
  • Taxiways 
  • Aprons
  • Vertical Structures
  • Other Data
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Supported Standards & Formats

  • Compliant with ICAO industry standards such as RTCA DO-272 / ED-99
  • Products are updated to current specifications and versions as they become available
  • AMDB Vector layers are provided in shapefile format.
  • Supported layers also available in AIXM and AMXM schemas.

Vector data layers represent the geometry of the aerodrome and contain attributes that provide further information characterizing the aerodrome’s features and their functions, such as unique identifiers, surface types, heights and much more. 

Multiple user groups can benefit from using AMDBs:

  • Pilots 
  • Air traffic controllers
  • Apron controllers 
  • Surface vehicle operators 
  • Construction and maintenance crews 
  • Emergency and security personnel 
  • Commercial and cargo operations personnel 
  • General aviation operations personnel
  • Visual Simulation

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