A Comparison of Algorithm Generated Sectorizations

Abstract

This paper compares several algorithm generated airspace sectorizations. Three algorithms are chosen that approach the airspace sectorization problem in different ways. Due to the disparity in their methods, they produce radically different looking sectorizations. Simulations of air traffic operating in each of the sectorizations are completed using the Airspace Concept Evaluation System, and their resulting metrics are compared. Two of the three algorithm generated sectorizations suggested possible improvements for air traffic control in system efficiency and sector balancing over today’s operations.