5.2.3 Development Costs Development costs depend of the amount of preparation necessary for a simulation experiment. Development of special software, integration and testing of a customer's software or hardware, complexity of traffic scenarios, and post-simulation data analysis are examples of efforts that would affect the development costs. Development costs are based on a predetermined rate charged by the week. Typical development time ranges from two to six weeks, not including the time for creation of the airport model. Occupancy Costs Occupancy costs are charged for physically occupying the FFC, thus making it unavailable for other activities.
Occupancy is calculated based on a predetermined rate calculated by the shift day.
A typical experiment is one week. Obtaining an Estimate To obtain an estimate for the cost of a simulation, some initial requirements must be developed in the areas discussed above. Further communication about specific needs should result in a reasonable estimate. Start by filling out a Simulation Request Form. Then contact the FFC Operations Manager to discuss specific needs.