Thales Launches FAA Radar Data Hub for UAS Integration in North Dakota

Thales in partnership with the state of North Dakota reached a critical milestone for Vantis, the statewide system for enabling beyond visual line of site unmanned aircraft operations. For the first time, the FAA has granted access to unfiltered National Air Space radar data for a comprehensive view of the airspace.

To make this possible, leveraging technology developed in the U.S., Thales designed and implemented the Vantis Federal Radar Data Enclave, a secure system that stores, analyzes, and protects national airspace data in a controlled environment and meets the FAA’s most stringent cybersecurity standards. 

“Transforming the future of U.S. airspace starts right here in America and requires partners like Thales, who deliver innovation without compromising security,” said Alan Pellegrini, CEO of Thales North America.

“We are answering U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy’s call for American drone dominance by enabling the safe integration of UAS into the national airspace system. Our advanced airspace management technologies and robust cybersecurity exceed the most stringent operational and cybersecurity requirements in the world for air traffic management networks – ensuring safe UAS integration while protecting airspace sovereignty and defending against domestic or foreign interference.”

As the number one worldwide provider of air traffic management solutions and services, Thales has supported American aviation, defense and security for more than 80 years. 40% of the world’s aerospace is managed by air traffic control centers using Thales technology, 99% of U.S. commercial airports rely on Thales navigation aids to assist pilots for landing, and Thales is driving the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the U.S. airspace, including in Michigan and North Dakota. Our local experts deliver innovations built to the nation’s highest safety and security standards.