CAA consults on digital framework for aviation information
The proposed System Wide Information Management system aims to enhance secure data exchange for future aviation.
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The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a public consultation regarding its proposed approach to System Wide Information Management (Swim). This digital infrastructure framework is designed to facilitate the secure and interoperable exchange of aviation information, a critical need as air traffic becomes more complex with the integration of crewed and uncrewed aircraft.
Swim will establish the necessary standards, infrastructure, and governance to ensure that operational information is accurate, timely, appropriately assured, and consistently understood by all users. The CAA stated that the system is intended to help organisations publish, discover, access, and utilise aviation data more effectively, fostering greater interoperability and informed decision-making.
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The CAA clarified that Swim is not a single IT product but a framework that dictates how information should be shared. The current consultation invites industry feedback on the proposed direction of the framework, the specific components required for its implementation, and the guidance needed to support the transition towards a fully digital, information-centric aviation ecosystem.
Consultation details and next steps
This consultation represents the first formal opportunity for industry stakeholders to influence the implementation of Swim within the UK. The CAA is seeking views on its Preliminary Draft Swim Implementation Framework, with the intention of publishing a refined version in 2028. Additionally, the Swim Technical Architecture and Operational Scenarios specifically for crewed users are scheduled for publication in 2027.
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The consultation commenced on 6 October and will remain open for responses until 6 January 2027. The feedback gathered will play a role in shaping future airspace policy as part of the broader UK Airspace Modernisation Strategy.
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+What is the purpose of the System Wide Information Management (Swim) framework?
The System Wide Information Management (Swim) framework is intended to support the secure and interoperable exchange of aviation information. It aims to ensure that operational data is accurate, timely, and consistently understood by all users, facilitating better decision-making and innovation in aviation.
+Who is being asked for feedback on the Swim framework?
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is seeking feedback from industry stakeholders on its proposed approach to Swim. This includes input on the direction of travel, the components needed for implementation, and guidance for the transition to the new system.
+When does the CAA consultation on Swim close?
The consultation on the CAA's proposed approach to System Wide Information Management (Swim) opened on 6 October and will close on 6 January 2027. Responses submitted by this date will help shape future airspace policy.
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