Aging ground infrastructure and poor visibility conditions pose challenges for commercial airline pilots. Government mandates and regulations across the globe demand performance-based navigation (PBN) to reduce the complexity of cross-border operations. Working with industry partners to advance navigation solutions, we developed the future-ready GLU-2100 Multi-Mode Receiver (MMR) with Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) software.

The GLU-2100 MMR maximizes the benefits of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), enabling PBN. It is a drop-in replacement for any existing MMR-equipped aircraft. Its robust design provides immediate global landing system (GLS) CAT 1 solution that eliminates the need for an instrument landing system (ILS). The Collins MMR software is field loadable and makes the adoption of future navigation capabilities seamless and efficient.

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Capabilities

  • ADS-B Out compliance
  • GLS-CAT II & III approaches
  • PBN approaches with SBAS/LPV database
  • Patented hardware designed to design assurance level (DAL) A
  • Improved senor robustness to meet the latest OEM and industry standards
  • Integrated VOR
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Future-ready enablement

  • Continuous resilient navigation
  • Robust hardware that can adapt to challenging GNSS environments
  • Dual-frequency/Multi constellation (DFMC) connectivity
  • Dynamic satellite tracking for multi-constellation

Benefits

  • Reusable hardware that accommodates upgrades for certified platforms
  • Software upgrades that can be loaded on-wing
  • Drop-in replacement to existing MMRs
  • Significantly reduced size, weight and power associated with federated units

PBN to land globally in any condition

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PBN approaches will soon be used exclusively across runways throughout Europe, requiring all operators to be equipped. With the GLU-2100 fleets can navigate to land anywhere in the world. The MMR activates high precision PBN approach capabilities by localizer performance with vertical guidance (LPV), using satellites instead of ILS.

PBN does not increase pilot workload

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Enabling PBN does not require the installation of additional hardware in the cockpit. When engaged in LPV a symbol appears on the flight deck display.

Operate at lower operating minima

LPV enables more stable performance down to a 200 feet decision height, regardless of low-visibility conditions.

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PBN benefits with the GLU-2100

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Accuracy & precision

Uses satellite-based systems that improves accuracy and aircraft positioning.
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Increased capacity

Enables efficient routing and separation procedures so more aircraft can operate in the airspace.
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Cost savings

Expanded routes afford operators flight plan optimization to save time and fuel.
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Improved safety

Reduced risk of flying into terrain, especially in regions with limited infrastructure.
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