Electromagnetic interference and compatibility in electrified airport environments

The project aims to address and remove potential challenges related to EMI and EMC in the transition to electrified aviation, ensuring a safer and more efficient airport environment.

Project start

2024

Budget

6,6 MSEK

Project end

2027

The project focuses on identifying and mitigating electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensuring compatibility (EMC) within electrified airport environments. By characterizing emissions from electric aircraft during operation and charging, as well as other potential sources of interference, the project will analyze airport systems to assess risks and quantify safety margins under different operational scenarios. Advanced methods, such as monitoring the radio spectrum for early detection of potential interference sources, will be explored to enhance operational reliability.

In addition, the project will map regulations, standards, and national expertise related to EMI and EMC, providing tools and knowledge for stakeholders to proactively address challenges early in the development of electrified air traffic. Collaboration between academia, regional airports, electric aircraft operators, and air traffic management ensures access to the necessary expertise, equipment, and infrastructure. A broad reference group supports the dissemination and utilization of the project’s findings.

Since 2022, Skellefteå Airport and Skellefteå Science City, in collaboration with Luleå University of Technology (LTU), have been involved in projects addressing EMI and EMC challenges in airport environments.

Project partners

Skellefteå Airport, Luleå University of Technology, Green Flight Academy, Örnsköldsvik Airport and LFV

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