UKADS is provided by NATS under our air traffic services licence and is regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The Department for Transport sets government aviation policy, while the CAA provides independent regulatory oversight and makes decision on airspace change proposals.

Our licence sets out what we are required to deliver through UKADS and UKACS. It also establishes arrangements for planning, reporting and engagement as the services develop.

We are in the process of establishing an advisory board to provide independent advice and challenge on the delivery of UKADS and UKACS.

The board brings together representatives from across industry to provide informed perspectives on programme progress, delivery priorities and broader strategic considerations. Its role is to support transparency, encourage collaboration and help ensure that UKADS continues to operate in the interests of the wider aviation system.

The successful delivery of UKADS is influenced by a range of factors across the aviation sector. As a complex, long-term programme involving multiple stakeholders, progress is dependent on regulatory, operational, policy and industry-wide considerations.

Modernising airspace involves many different organisations, including airports, airlines, air traffic service providers, the military, the regulator and local communities. We work closely with these groups to understand how proposed changes affect one another, identify issues early and develop proposals that work across the network. We will publish relevant plans and progress updates to help people understand how the programme is developing and where they can get involved.

If you would like more information or have a question about UKADS.
Contact the UKADS team