Collecting and Verifying: Reliability at the Heart of the ATD Service
While the activities of France Aviation Civile Services are mainly international in scope, those of our Air Transport Data (ATD) service are generally carried out from our offices in south-west France. Our mission is to collect, archive and preserve data relating to air transport. This information includes, in particular, activity results for airlines, airports and […]
FRACS at the Service of the Airport Ecosystem
In a constantly evolving aviation sector, airports must simultaneously address challenges related to connectivity, capacity, operational performance, regulatory compliance, and environmental transition. These challenges cannot be dealt with separately: they require a comprehensive understanding of the airport ecosystem, its local constraints, and its development ambitions. It is precisely within this integrated approach that France Aviation […]
Transforming charging systems into effective strategic management tools
In a constantly evolving aviation environment, fee systems can no longer be viewed merely as cost-recovery mechanisms. Increasing regulatory requirements, growing investment needs, and the pursuit of greater financial transparency are leading civil aviation authorities and air navigation service providers to rethink their business models. To address these challenges, FRACS has developed specific expertise in […]
ATD in 2026: Global Air Traffic Trends and Data Collection Update
In 2026, our ATD team continues its work of collecting and analyzing data, at the heart of understanding the dynamics of global air transport. As in every first half of the year, our annual survey is currently underway, with several thousand airports contacted around the world in order to gather their traffic statistics. While the […]
FRACS and ENAC Train Future Air Traffic Controllers and AIS Agents From Haïti
As part of the project to support the technological transition of Haiti’s air navigation, France Aviation Civile Services is assisting OFNAC in preparing for the deployment of the surveillance system in the new premises currently under construction (Port-au-Prince tower and control center to manage the Haiti FIR). However, the overall project has been on hold […]
FRACS Supports EASA in International Cooperation Activities
For several years, France Aviation Civile Services has been part of a consortium responding to calls for tenders (RFSC) issued by EASA on behalf of third countries. In August 2024, the framework contract was renewed and the companies participating in the consortium are now Bureau Veritas (in a leading position), ENVISA, INECO and FRACS. For […]
GLOBAL AIRPORT FORUM (GAF) 2025: Riyadh
On December 16 and 17, Théo Castex took part in the Global Airport Forum in Saudi Arabia, a major event bringing together airport stakeholders from around the world in support of the Kingdom’s development. The forum provided a privileged setting for discussions on the current and future challenges of airport development, particularly in a region […]