The first Dorado Airport in Latin America to implement the A-CDM aircraft management system
The International Dardado International Airport in Bogotan has become the first airport in Latin America to implement the A-CDM cooperative system more accurate to predict the time of transformation. This initiative, by the OPAIN operator in partnership with the leading transport technology provider, represents a major step in managing cooperative airports within the region.
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By improving the actual time sharing between airlines, ground processors and air traffic control, the A-CDM system allows increased coordination for the most effective use of land resources and runway openings, help reduce delay, reduce fuel consumption, and improve time performance.
“The Dardado has witnessed unprecedented growth in recent years, as we have placed as one of the most crowded airports in Latin America,” “ Natalie Lille, CEO of OPAIN, said. “This rapid expansion brings challenges in maintaining operational efficiency and dates of adherence. The implementation of the A-CDM system allows us to face these challenges directly through better coordination between all stakeholders. This cooperative approach is necessary to enhance passenger experience and ensure sustainable growth.”
In El Dorado, implementation is integrating the SITA cooperative tools, including the pre -excitement (PDS), airport management system (AMS), and operations manager. These tools collectively contribute to a more simplified and effective airport process.
“Airports throughout Latin America move in a landscape of rapid growth and increased complexity,” Sean Gregor, President of the American Seata, added. “Regional air traffic is expected to reach 773 million passengers by the end of 2024, an increase of 5.5 % over the previous year, according to ACI-LAC. With this, an urgent need is needed for solutions that enhance efficiency and flexibility. A step for both the airport and the region as a whole.”
The A-CDM system has already shown strong results at European airports, with an annual savings estimated at 360,000 kilograms of fuel, 2000 minutes reduced delays per year, and cut taxi times by 26,300 minutes. He also improved the ability to predict operating conditions, low air traffic management waste (ATFM), and pre -installation planning, helping airports to work more smoothly and efficiently.
The A-CDM has already proven its value at the main airports in Europe. According to EuroControl, this helped improve the accuracy of takeoff times, reducing the average gap between the planned and actual departure from 14 minutes to only 5-7 minutes. This level of prediction ability keeps flights to flow more smoothly through the sky and helps avoid bottlenecks. In fact, thanks to this improving coordination, air traffic control can handle up to 3.5 % of flights in the crowded airspace. With more airports joining the system, it opens about 80 % of the benefits of the full capacity available, making daily operations more efficient and flexible.
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The Dardado Bogota Airport connects 108 local and international destinations and plays a vital role in regional communication. Through the expansion project “EL DORADO MAX”, the airport aims to increase its ability to 65 million passengers annually, which enhances its position as a major aviation center in South America.
