Aeronexus is deploying an airspace-as-a-service network covering approximately 1,350 square miles in the Phoenix metropolitan area, designed to support BVLOS operations, cooperative airspace awareness and counter-UAS detection and threat discrimination.
The network is intended to provide shared low-altitude airspace infrastructure for public safety, government and commercial UAS operators. Aeronexus describes the model as a neutral-host approach, allowing multiple users to access common airspace infrastructure rather than deploying separate systems for individual operations.
The Phoenix network will bring together radar, ADS-B, Remote ID, shared telemetry and command-and-control capabilities. Aeronexus said the infrastructure will provide the airspace awareness and communications needed to support BVLOS operations while also enabling detection and discrimination of potential counter-UAS threats.
Aeronexus is working with UNIFY.C2, developed by SPS ARS, SRC, Dronetag and Pyramid Network Services on the deployment.
The partners bring different elements to the network, including command and control, sensing, Remote ID and communications infrastructure. The aim is to integrate these capabilities into a common airspace environment rather than operate them as separate systems.
Aeronexus said the Phoenix network is scheduled to become operational in 2027. The company plans to use the deployment as a model for networks in other major US metropolitan areas.
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