Streamlining Aerodrome Safety: An Introduction to AOI Web Pro
In the complex world of aviation safety, evaluating potential hazards to aircraft is a critical, high-stakes task. AOI Web Pro is a comprehensive cloud-based aerodrome safeguarding software designed specifically for aviation professionals to meet these challenges head-on. By providing an intuitive web-based interface, the application streamlines the evaluation of obstacles against protected aviation surfaces.
A Professional Tool for Aviation Experts
The software is purpose-built for aerodrome operators, aviation consultants, and regulatory professionals who must assess existing or proposed obstacles. Its primary goal is to ensure that these obstacles do not penetrate established aerodrome safeguarding surfaces, thereby maintaining international safety and regulatory compliance.
Key Capabilities and ICAO Compliance
AOI Web Pro stands out for its broad support of various evaluation types, all of which adhere to ICAO standards and recommended practices. Key capabilities include:
Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS): Evaluations based on ICAO Annex 14 standards.
Obstacle Free Surfaces (OFS) and Obstacle Evaluation Surfaces (OES): Support for the recently amended ICAO Annex 14 standards.
Visual Segment Surfaces (VSS): Visual segments of instrument approach procedures, based on ICAO Document 8168.
Building Restricted Areas (BRA): Specifically for navigational aids (NAVAIDs), as per ICAO EUR DOC 015
Custom Surfaces: The ability to import and evaluate user-defined surfaces such as airport-specific OES, flight procedure protection areas, airspaces.
Powerful Cloud-Based Features
Because the platform operates entirely in the cloud, there is no need for local infrastructure or complex software installations. Users can access the latest features from any device with a supported web browser. The software features a robust 3D map interface that includes:
Advanced Map Configuration: Users can toggle between various tile layers, such as satellite or topographic views, and control terrain lighting and material effects.
Interactive Tools: A 3D ruler allows for quick distance with slope measurements directly on the map.
Data Management: Obstacles can be added manually, picked from the map, or imported in bulk using CSV, JSON, or GeoTIFF formats.
Collaboration and Professional Reporting
To support teamwork, AOI Web Pro includes a Groups feature, enabling members to share airports, NAVAIDs, and custom evaluation criteria. Once an analysis is complete, the software allows users to generate professional reports, which can be finalized and downloaded as PDFs, documents, or spreadsheets.
Important Note for Users
It is essential to understand that AOI Web Pro is an evaluation and analysis tool, not a design suite. While it can procedurally generate standard aerodrome surfaces for evaluation, it cannot be used to design airport layouts or flight procedures. Those custom designs must be created in CAD or GIS software and then imported into the platform for safety assessment.