A fixed wing aircraft dropping fire retardant

A USAP fixed-wing aircraft parked on a snow airstrip

Closeup of a USAP fixed-wing aircraft parked on a snow airstrip

A NSF helicopter parked surrounded by penguins

A special-pupose firefighting helicopter parked on an airstrip

Safety in the Sky, Security on the Ground

Our primary objective is to provide accurate flight following information for aircraft dispatchers.

Automated Flight Following (AFF) is an online government application that automatically tracks the location and velocity of specially-equipped aircraft and mobile assets and provides this information in near-real-time to dispatchers, aviation managers, and other authorized users.

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How does it work?

Utilizing geolocation and data communications devices installed in government-registered aircraft. AFF tracks position speed, altitude, and heading, and transmits the data via satellite to a ground-based flight-monitoring system. AFF tracks contract aircraft around the globe.

What are the benefits?

Improved detection and response to emergencies

Reduced workload in aircraft and dispatch centers

Reduced radio traffic and pilot "heads down time"

Enhanced situational awareness

AFF Technology

Taking the search out of Search And Rescue