18.06.2025

Achieve CP1 Compliance with LACS: A Smart Solution for ANSPs

Why LACS Is Crucial for CP1 Readiness

As European air traffic modernisation gains momentum, Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) must comply with the CP1 mandate from the European Commission. By 31 December 2027, ANSPs are required to support ATS‑B2 and Extended Projected Profile (EPP) services. The Logon and ADS‑C Common Service (LACS) is tailored to help ANSPs achieve this effectively and economically.

What Is LACS?

LACS, or Logon and ADS-C Common Service, centralizes communication management by acting as:

  • A unified Common CM Service
  • A shared ADS‑C (Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Contract) Service

Via a SWIM interface, LACS efficiently provides a seamless data-sharing experience to participating ANSPs.

Diagram illustrating how LACS operates, showing aircraft connecting to a centralised LACS server with separate CM Service and ADS-C Service components, and data distributed to ANSPs via a SWIM interface.

Core Benefits of Adopting LACS

For ANSPs:

  • Guaranteed CP1 (ATS‑B2/EPP) Compliance by the mandated deadline
  • Streamlined bandwidth usage with efficient VDLM‑2 datalink handling
  • Faster deployment of digital air-traffic surveillance tools
  • Scalable design supporting multiple aircraft without congestion

For Airlines:

  • Smoother climb and descent trajectories
  • More direct routings, reducing delays
  • Fuel savings leading to lower CO₂ emissions

By combining centralised communication with trajectory data, LACS empowers ANSPs to proactively verify flight plans and optimise airspace safety and efficiency.

LACS: A Strategic Investment

  • Shared-service model lowers IT and operational overhead
  • Rapid integration through existing protocols
  • Future-proof infrastructure ready for evolving SWIM-based air traffic systems

Take the Next Step Toward CP1 Compliance

LACS is your ideal choice for achieving CP1 readiness—boosting digitalisation, operational efficiency, and environmental performance. We are Let’s shape the future of air traffic management together.

Contact us today to begin your journey to CP1 compliance with LACS.