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Method and apparatus for controlling the use of airspace and assessment of use fees and penalties

  • US 20040243513A1
  • Filed: 01/02/2004
  • Published: 12/02/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/26/2001
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A data processing system for controlling the use of an air space over a specified area and assessing fees related to the type of use of said controlled air space comprising:

  • (a) receiver means for capturing a periodic signal generated by an aircraft, said signal including a unique identifying number for said aircraft and the location of said aircraft, (b) means for identifying locations within said controlled air space above said specified area, (c) means for comparing said location of said aircraft with said locations within said controlled air space, and (d) means for generating a fee assessment if said aircraft has entered said controlled airspace.

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