The current Air Traffic Control (ATC) surveillance system in the United States is outdated and must be changed. Surveillance through GPS tracking is much more reliable and offers more widespread coverage than the current ground radar system. Therefore, the FAA has mandated that all aircraft must comply with the ADS-B Out mandate by 2020. If you do not comply and/or your aircraft is not capable of providing ADS-B output information, then you cannot fly in U.S. airspace after 2020.

Furthermore, ADS-B Out provides better aircraft tracking and surveillance thus ensuring a higher level of safety for all. For those who obtain and integrate ADS-B In systems into their aircraft, you will enjoy free weather and traffic information services via the ADS-B broadcast stations.