Project number
25014
Organization
Parker Meggitt
Offering
ENGR498-F2024-S2025
Ensuring situational awareness during ground operations is critical in modern aviation. This is especially true at busy airports where limited visibility increases collision risks. To address this need, the team developed CASA. It is a system that enhances safety and efficiency by providing a real-time bird’s-eye view of an aircraft’s surroundings using multiple high-resolution cameras strategically placed around the airframe. A Jetson Nano AI computer processes and fuses the camera feeds into
a seamless 360-degree display that highlights nearby objects – such as vehicles, equipment and personnel – while generating real-time alerts for potential hazards.
The team implemented CASA on a scaled aircraft model and tested it in a simulated airport environment. This test confirmed CASA’s ability to eliminate blind spots and assist pilots and ground crews in navigation. CASA also provides environmental and sustainability benefits by preventing ground fuel spills and aircraft damage caused by operational incidents. By improving efficiency and reducing operational costs, the system presents a scalable and cost-effective solution for both business jets and commercial airliners.
a seamless 360-degree display that highlights nearby objects – such as vehicles, equipment and personnel – while generating real-time alerts for potential hazards.
The team implemented CASA on a scaled aircraft model and tested it in a simulated airport environment. This test confirmed CASA’s ability to eliminate blind spots and assist pilots and ground crews in navigation. CASA also provides environmental and sustainability benefits by preventing ground fuel spills and aircraft damage caused by operational incidents. By improving efficiency and reducing operational costs, the system presents a scalable and cost-effective solution for both business jets and commercial airliners.