VARDR AI-powered aircraft turnaround analyzing and apron monitoring software
VARDR by Airside Innovation AS

AI-Powered Aircraft Turnaround Analyzing & Ground Handling Software

AI-Human centric decision support

VARDR combines AI & Machine vision to provide the most advanced turnaround analyzing software to transform the ground handling process.

Real-Time Monitoring with AI-analytic

Continuous surveillance and analysis of turnaround and ground handling operations, with instant alerts and notifications

Enhanced Safety

Detection of potential hazards and automated workflows compliance monitoring

Operational Efficiency

Continuous updating gate TOBT (Target Off-Block Time), optimize resource allocation, improving OTP (On Time Performance)

Powered by AI & Machine Vision

VARDR utilizes state-of-the-art computer vision algorithms and deep learning models to provide unprecedented insights into airport operations. Our system learns and adapts to your specific environment, continuously improving its accuracy and effectiveness.

  • Multi-camera integration and synchronization
  • Real-time object detection and classification
  • Advanced analytics and reporting dashboard
  • Cloud-based and on-premise deployment options
99.9%
Accuracy Rate
24/7
Monitoring
<1s
Response Time

The AI driven solution for real-world improvements

VARDR is deployed at airports worldwide, solving critical operational challenges

From reactive guessing to data-driven control

This solution transforms ground operations from reactive, manual processes into proactive, data-driven control. By leveraging existing camera infrastructure combined with advanced Computer Vision and AI, it delivers real-time visibility into the entire aircraft turnaround process. The system eliminates “dark numbers,” manual logging, and ground safety risks. All key events—such as chocks on/off, fueling, and boarding—are automatically time-stamped, while safety is continuously monitored in real time.

The airport: capacity and safety

For the airport, the primary objective is to maximize throughput while maintaining the highest level of safety. Capacity and safety are always critical priorities, particularly when runway capacity is a limiting factor. Strict safety compliance is essential to ensure smooth and reliable operations. With improved situational awareness and data-driven insights, airports can manage operations more efficiently and safely at all times.

The airline (operator): punctuality and cost control

For airlines, the solution delivers improved on-time performance (OTP) and stronger cost control through data-driven decision-making. Delays can be analyzed precisely by identifying exact bottlenecks, such as catering, baggage handling, or fueling. Predictive TOBT provides more accurate estimates of when the aircraft will be ready, enabling better planning in subsequent operational stages. At the same time, monitoring of ground procedures reduces the risk of costly aircraft damage. The result is reduced ground time and increased fleet utilization.

The ground handler: operational excellence and HSE

For ground handlers, the solution enhances documentation quality, operational excellence, and workplace safety. Automatic documentation removes the burden of manual reporting, allowing teams to focus on operational tasks. Objective logging serves as proof (SLA) that services have been delivered on time and with the correct quality. An intelligent co-pilot alerts crews to misplaced cones or missing FOD checks and supports continuous learning and improvement. This leads to optimal resource utilization and protection against unjustified delay claims.

Frequently Asked Questions About VARDR

Key answers on AI turnaround analysis, camera integration, TOBT prediction, and apron safety compliance.

What is VARDR turnaround analyzing software and how does it work?
VARDR is an AI-powered aircraft turnaround analyzing and apron safety platform developed by Airside Innovation AS. It uses computer vision and deep learning on airport gate cameras to automatically detect and timestamp turnaround milestones (such as chocks on/off, fueling, catering, baggage handling, and boarding), predict Target Off-Block Time (TOBT), and monitor ground safety compliance in real time.
Does VARDR require installing new cameras at the airport apron?
No. VARDR is designed to integrate with and synchronize existing airport CCTV and apron camera infrastructure. It can also incorporate supplementary cameras where additional stand coverage is desired, supporting both European GDPR-compliant cloud and on-premise deployments.
How does VARDR improve Target Off-Block Time (TOBT) and On-Time Performance (OTP)?
By eliminating manual logging and "dark numbers," VARDR provides sub-second real-time visibility into every critical-path turnaround process. It identifies delays in catering, baggage, or fueling as they happen and continuously updates predictive TOBT, helping airlines, ground handlers, and airport operations centers reduce turnaround time by up to 20% and increase asset utilization.
How does VARDR support EASA apron safety compliance and FOD detection?
VARDR continuously monitors the Equipment Restraint Area (ERA) for Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prior to aircraft arrival (Stand Clean), checks safety cone placement and PPE compliance, and automatically logs safety occurrences and near-misses to help airports and ground handlers meet EASA safety regulations.
Who uses VARDR at the airport?
VARDR is built for all three core aviation ground stakeholders: Airports (to maximize gate capacity, throughput, and apron safety), Airlines (to improve On-Time Performance, TOBT accuracy, and fleet utilization), and Ground Handlers (to automate SLA documentation, enhance HSE workplace safety, and protect against unjustified delay claims).

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