Differential Global Positioning Systems (DGPS) Validation
The U.S. DOT Volpe Center’s Environmental Measurement and Modeling Division provides support to FAA's Office of Environment and Energy (AEE) by performing validation of differential global positioning systems (DGPS) and methodology used by noise certification applicants to determine aircraft position and performance data.
- “REQUIREMENTS FOR DGPS-BASED TSPI SYSTEMS USED IN AIRCRAFT NOISE CERTIFICATION TESTS” letter report, 14APR1997
- New “Change” Memo 09JAN2018
- Summarizes new requirements for DGPS validation submittals
- DGPS Validation Checklist (fillable PDF) 09JAN2018
- DGPS Validation Data Submittal Instructions 09JAN2018
- FAA Memo - 06FEB2018 “Additional Requirements on DGPS Tracking System Audit”
Contact Us
Dave Read
Lead, Aircraft Noise Certification Support
Environmental Measurement and Modeling
David.Read@dot.gov
Phone: 617-494-6343
Chris Cutler
Physical Scientist
Environmental Measurement and Modeling
Christopher.Cutler@dot.gov
Phone: 617-494-2817