Author: Ryan Hall

OmniAir Consortium® will host the 2nd OmniAir Florida Plugfest in May.  The week-long testing event will take place at SunTrax in Auburndale, Florida, May 7-16.

OmniAir Plugfests are the premiere testing event for connected vehicles, bringing together automotive OEMs, device manufacturers, test laboratories, and test equipment providers from around the world for a week of testing in laboratory and field environments.

This year, OmniAir is combining its Plugfest with interoperability testing for states, cities, and counties deploying vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technologies.

By combining the two events, OmniAir offers participating testing teams the opportunity to test for standards conformance & interoperability in real-world operational environments.  The goal is to ensure the readiness for connected vehicles and infrastructure safety technologies for deployment.

Testing will take place at the SunTrax testing facility in Auburndale, Florida. Developed by Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, part of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), SunTrax is a 475-acre, state-of-the-art test facility dedicated to the research, development and testing of emerging transportation technologies in safe and controlled environments.   

Schedule-at-a-glance

  • May 7-9 OmniAir Plugfest 
  • May 12 Connected Mobility Technical Workshop & Demos
  • May 13-16 Interoperability Testing

“As we bring the OmniAir Plugfest back to Florida, we are especially excited about our partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “This collaboration not only enhances the Plugfest experience but also aligns our efforts to advance nationwide connected interoperability, helping to improve the safety of our nation’s roads.”

OmniAir is inviting testing teams from device manufacturers, mobile network operators, vehicle OEMs, test laboratories, test equipment providers, engineering firms, academic institutions and deploying agencies to register for testing.  Space is limited. 

Early Bird Registration

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to save! Register by March 15 to take advantage of our Early Bird pricing for this pivotal testing event. 

Register

For more information, please visit the Florida Plugfest event website. 

About OmniAir Consortium

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories.

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OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles, is pleased to announce our fifth OmniAir Authorized Field Test Site (OAFTS).

Kapsch TrafficCom North America sponsored the authorization of SunTrax in Auburndale, Florida, for field-level device certification for single—and multi-protocol RFID tags and readers. The audit conducted by OmniAir® was witnessed by DEKRA, an OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratory based in Sterling, Virginia, and E-ZPass representatives.

As the demand for advanced transportation solutions grows, SunTrax will provide invaluable opportunities for vendors and device manufacturers to conduct field testing under OmniAir’s rigorous certification program. The addition of this site signifies OmniAir’s commitment to fostering innovation and providing robust testing environments for single and multi-protocol RFID devices.

“Today marks a significant milestone for OmniAir as we expand our footprint into Florida,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir. “This state-of-the-art facility expands the consortium’s global network, enhancing the resources available for tolling and connected vehicle testing, and will enhance our members’ capabilities to meet the evolving demands of the tolling sector.”

“By leveraging  SunTrax, we can ensure our technologies are rigorously tested and meet the market demands,” said Lauri Brady, Vice President of Business Development at Kapsch TrafficCom North America.  “This advances our product development and enhances our collaborations with other industry stakeholders, ultimately leading to improved service for toll operators and drivers alike.”

For more information about becoming an OmniAir Authorized Field Test Site, please contact Ryan Hall, VP of Business Development, or apply online.

About OmniAir Consortium
OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s diverse membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. To learn more about OmniAir and its initiatives, visit www.omniair.org.

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The beginning of the year is a great time to volunteer for an OmniAir Working Group.  We are looking for committed transportation and technology professionals to help us to advance interoperability and shape OmniAir’s testing and certification programs.

With the FCC’s publication of final technical rules for C-V2X and more states, cities, and tolling agencies planning or deploying connected vehicle, digital infrastructure, and tolling projects, this promises to be an exciting year for the transportation industry!

OmniAir is committed to supporting trusted, interoperable deployments through our testing and certification programs for V2X and tolling.  OmniAir Working Groups have set out an ambitious program of work for 2025 to help facilitate nationwide interoperable connectivity.

Now is the time to get involved!

Key priorities for 2025 include:

Tolling & RUC

  • Defining J3217/R tests for V2X-based RUC
  • 825-OA Tag Programming (RFID)
  • Developing a test scope for 3rd party tolling applications

Aftermarket V2X Devices

  • Develop test cases for conformance with SAE J3315 AVD Specification
  • Define a framework for device profiles
  • Track development of SAE J5001 OBU standard

Infrastructure

  • Finalize CTI 4001 (RSU) Test Specification
  • Sensors / Sensor Data Sharing Message (SDSM) –SAE J3224
  • Explore Network V2X / Virtual RSUs

V2X Application Testing

  • Signal Preemption and Prioritization
  • VRUs / Pedestrian Conflict Warning
  • Define approach for bench/field testing
  • Add / Discuss TIM-Weather-Work Zone 

Cybersecurity

  • Misbehavior Detection & Reporting
  • RSU Processing (joint with Infrastructure)
  • New SSP Fields & Testing

OmniAir encourages all members to register online, join, and contribute to working groups to deliver a safer, more connected transportation future in 2025 and beyond. 

If you are not an OmniAir member and are interested in participating in a working group, contact Ryan Hall, Vice President of Business Development and Marketing, for information.

About OmniAir Consortium: OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. Its membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium® announces Lauri Brady of Kapsch TrafficCom has been appointed as Chair of OmniAir’s Certification Working Group (CWG).  She will lead the working group, which is responsible for developing policies and procedures that govern OmniAir’s testing and certification and programs.  In 2025, the CWG will take on an expanded mission to address issues related to public policy and regulations, as they impact OmniAir’s certification programs.

Lauri serves as Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Kapsch TrafficCom, and in December, was elected to serve on OmniAir’s Board of Directors.  With extensive expertise in the transportation industry, particularly in advancing technologies that enhance interoperability and improve safety, she understands the needs of various stakeholders involved in the certification processes.

Under her leadership, the CWG will establish new policies and program scopes that are comprehensive and aligned with internationally recognized standards. The new Chair is committed to expanding the scope and impact of OmniAir’s certification initiative, ensuring that it remains relevant in the fast-evolving landscape of connected vehicles and infrastructure.

If you are interested in joining the Certification Working Group, or any other Working Group, sign up on our website, or reach out to Berkenda Cantlo, Vice President of Operations & Member Engagement.  

About OmniAir Consortium: OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. Its membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), tolling, and connected vehicles, is excited to announce the certification of the Commsignia C-ITS-RS4-M Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) roadside unit (RSU).

OmniAir Certified® devices undergo rigorous testing for conformance to industry standards, as well as interoperability, performance, and security requirements. Every day, infrastructure owner-operators (IOOs) rely on OmniAir’s independent, third-party testing and certification programs to ensure the availability of trusted communications equipment for V2X and tolling deployments.

This RSU meets OmniAir’s LTE-V2X (RSU) Release 1 Conformance test specifications, based on state-of-the-art technology standards for connected vehicles and transportation environments.

“Congratulations to Commsignia for earning OmniAir Certification,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “As we approach the New Year, our commitment to supporting the industry continues to grow stronger. This certification reflects our ongoing hard work to ensure the availability of trusted equipment that will accelerate nationwide, interoperable V2X deployment.”

The Commsignia C-ITS-RS4-M RSU was tested at DEKRA, an OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratory in Málaga, Spain, using OmniAir Qualified Test Equipment from Keysight Technologies.

OmniAir provides independent, third-party testing and certification through a network of accredited test laboratories, utilizing qualified test systems and validated test cases. OmniAir is the only organization to offer full-stack testing and certification for C-V2X OBUs, RSUs, and modules.

For more information about OmniAir’s certification programs, please visit our website.

About OmniAir Consortium: OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. Its membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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