Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS-B) Broadcast Rebate Program

Overview

The objective of this program is to incentivise voluntary uptake of ADS-B equipment in Australian–registered aircraft operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to improve safety and efficiency for Australian airspace users.The program will provide: better situational awareness for pilots through improved electronic visibility of nearby airborne VFR aircraft enhanced search and rescue capabilities through improved air traffic information air traffic controllers with additional and accurate automated aircraft position information of VFR aircraft. The program funds two classes of eligible ADS-B equipment: installed ADS-B equipment that air traffic controllers can use for aircraft separation purposes (referred to as ADS-B) portable ADS-B equipment for local electronic traffic information purposes (referred to as ADS-B EC).