| 摘要 |
<p>A method and apparatus are provided for monitoring and controlling the use of airspace over a specified area and assessing fees (24) and issuing citations related to the type of use of the controlled air space. A receiver (14) means is provided for capturing a periodic signal generated by an aircraft (16). The signal includes a unique identifying number for the aircraft (16) and the location of the aircraft. Means are provided for identifying locations within the volume of airspace above the specified area. Means are provided for comparing the location of the aircraft (16) with volume of controlled air space above the specified area. Means are provided for generating a fee assessment for billing (24) if the aircraft (16) has entered the controlled airspace. Means are provided for determining whether the aircraft (16) has violated rules or regulations applied to the controlled air space and for issuing citations for violations.</p> |
