The space segment of the sysytem comprises of two satellites (GSAT8 and GSAT 10) provided by ISRO for 774 crore.

The systems is controlled from the Indian Master Control Centre in Bangalore and has 15 reference stations in India.

Other stakeholders in the system have also welcomed the move by AAI to share the next generation technology.

"As part of our long-standing involvement in the US-India Aviation Cooperation Program (ACP), we are currently identifying new ways to collaborate with our Indian and US government partners in innovative ways to further support India in expanding its Gagan system, extending its coverage over greater areas, possibly in the neighboring region," said Nikhil Khanna, country director and senior executive - India for electronics major Raytheon.

"We believe this supports India's economic and foreign policy objectives, while showcasing India as an aviation technology leader in the ASEAN region. It also provides potential revenue generation opportunities for the government of India," he added.

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