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Metron Aviation fuses the principles of science and mathematics with unparalleled domain knowledge to provide dynamic and innovative solutions to airspace constraints in the advancement of Traffic Flow Management concepts. Metron Aviation staff work in conjunction with FAA, airlines, NASA, academia and private industry to ensure modernization of the National Airspace System accommodates increased demand while balancing the need for customers to be informed and safe. Building upon this experience, Metron Aviation has developed a heightened awareness for aviation initiatives and detailed understanding of airspace constraints to address challenges faced by Air Traffic Management. Metron Aviation key focus areas include:

System Operations
Metron Aviation provides assessment of air transportation issues and inefficiencies to identify new procedures and technology requirements. Leveraging lessons learned, Metron Aviation applies domain knowledge and distributed planning sciences to synthesize future operational concepts and system wide solutions for clients.

Software Development
Metron Aviation has a proven track record in the development of prototype systems and is uniquely qualified to develop practical solutions for complex problems inherent to air transportation systems throughout the world.

Analysis
Vast collections of data combined with extensive knowledge of Traffic Flow Management concepts have kept Metron Aviation at the forefront of NAS analysis.

Research & Development
Transitioning viable ideas for improved operations from concept to implementation is the motivation behind Metron Aviation’s Research and Development program.

Metron Aviation recently won four new NASA Small Business Innovative Research proposals. Topics include: Characterization of and Concepts for Metroplex Operations, Feasibility and Benefits Assessment of Collaborative Traffic Flow Management, Capacity Enhancing Concepts and Algorithms for Dynamic Organization of Airspace, and Translation of Weather Information to Traffic Flow Management Impact. We are proud of the efforts from our R&D staff.

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Flight Explorer and Metron Aviation Partner to Bring Air Traffic Management Relief to Commercial and Business Aviation Community
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