BHANSA Achieves Over 90% Adoption of New Satellite-Guided Flight Paths at Mostar Airport
- leilarotard5
- Jun 27
- 3 min read

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina – April 30, 2025 – The Bosnia and Herzegovina Air Navigation Services Agency (BHANSA) has successfully implemented a new set of satellite-guided flight procedures at Mostar International Airport, resulting in a usage rate exceeding 90% for departures and 75% for approaches compared to conventional flight paths. This achievement marks a significant step forward in modernizing airspace management in the region.
Developed in partnership with the expert consortium composed of CGX AERO, Tecno Engineering 2C & Ecoplan, the new Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) procedures enhance flight precision, operational safety, and accessibility—especially under challenging weather and topographical conditions. Based on satellite navigation rather than traditional ground-based systems, these routes provide more reliable and efficient trajectories for aircraft arrivals and departures. It is worth noting that PBN trajectories have allowed the implementation of RNP (AR) RWY15 procedure and SID RWY33 where conventional means remained without response.
“The results speak for themselves,” said Davorin PRIMORAC, Director at BHANSA. “Over 90% of flights now use these satellite-guided trajectories for departures, more than 75% for approaches, confirming the operational value of the new procedures. BHANSA has improved continuity of service, especially during adverse conditions, while supporting the long-term safety and sustainability goals of BHANSA.”
Operational since March 21st, 2024, the procedures were specifically designed to address Mostar Airport’s complex airspace environment. Adoption has been swift among both domestic and international carriers, underscoring the system’s ease of integration and tangible operational benefits. The measured results are also a clear indication of the airspace user’s expectations, with a massive adoption of PBN trajectories where only conventional means were previously available.

CGX AERO & TE2C, the aviation technology provider responsible for the design and deployment, praised the outcome and the collaboration with BHANSA.
“We’re proud to support BHANSA in bringing cutting-edge navigation to Mostar,” said Marc CHIESA, CEO of CGX AERO. “This success highlights the practical impact of satellite-based navigation when solutions are tailored to real-world operational needs. BHANSA’s leadership in this project sets an example for regional airspace modernization across Europe in a challenging environment.”
“It is a source of great satisfaction for us,” said Carlo CRISCUOLO, CEO of Tecno Engineering 2C., “Together with our partners, we successfully completed this important project for Mostar Airport because it represents the ideal completion of a lasting collaboration started 15 years ago with the Aviation Authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We were commissioned to design conventional flight procedures, still in use, for Mostar airport. The successful conclusion of this challenging project that exploits the developments of technology and satellite navigation, will allow improved airport operations with increased safety standards.”
As the aviation sector continues its shift toward smarter, more efficient traffic management, the implementation at Mostar is poised to serve as a reference for other regional airports and ANSPs (Air Navigation Service Providers) exploring similar innovations.

The Bosnia and Herzegovina Air Navigation Services Agency (BHANSA) is responsible for the provision of air traffic services, aeronautical information, and CNS systems across the country’s airspace. BHANSA supports the safe and efficient management of civil and military air operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

CGX AERO is a worldwide leader in aeronautical engineering and software development, providing advanced airspace design, PBN implementation, AIM, database, eTOD, Charting and flight procedure solutions to aviation authorities and service providers worldwide. CGX AERO is endorsed by ICAO and EASA for Instrument Flight Procedure Design (IFPD) activities.

Ecoplan is a company based in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, providing professional services in spatial planning, infrastructure development, and technical consultancy. With over three decades of experience and over 700 completed projects, Ecoplan has become a trusted partner for many national and international clients.
In the aviation sector, Ecoplan has contributed to key national projects, including the reconstruction design of airside infrastructure at Sarajevo International Airport and the aeronautical study for the planned Trebinje Airport. As a local partner to international experts such as Tecno Engineering 2C, Ecoplan supports the coordination, technical documentation, and regulatory aspects of complex aviation developments. The company is widely recognized as a go-to consultancy for airport-related projects within the country.

TE2C is a leading aviation consultancy, established in 1989, headquartered in Rome (Italy) and specialized in the provision of airport planning and design services. Our services encompass all elements of a modern airport, including airside infrastructure and associated systems, passenger terminal and aviation buildings, control towers, airside facilities and surrounding airspace easements. We bring our Clients the expertise and experience perfected along more than 35 years full commitment to the airport industry.
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