The Alaskan NAS Interfacility Communications System (ANICS) is a satellite communications network designed specifically for high-reliability air traffic control (ATC) applications. This system links the Alaskan Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) with remote FAA facilities throughout the region. The first major U.S. satellite communications-based air traffic control program, ANICS provides voice and data communications for air traffic control throughout Alaska.

Significant Technologies

• COTS
• Software Development
• Training
• Logistics Support
• Network Management Support
• Telecommunications
• ATC
• Satellite Communications

Benefits

• High Reliability
• Cost Savings
• Collocation of FAA facilities
• Making Communications Possible Where Terrain Makes Normal Telecommunications Impossible

Core Competencies

• System Design
• Software Development
• Operations Support
• Satellite Communications