TS 24.257 – UAS Application Enabler (UAE) Layer
3GPP TS 24.257 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for UAS Application Enabler (UAE) Layer. Its official 3GPP title is “Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) Application Enabler (UAE) layer”. It is published in 3 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.4.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies application layer protocols & procedures for Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) services, enabling UAV communication via 3GPP networks.
Releases and versions of TS 24.257
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 24.257
Category: Services (Vertical Applications). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 24.257
- TS 24.548 Network Resource Management - SEAL Protocol Specification
- TS 23.032 Universal Geographical Area Description
- TS 24.543 SEAL Data Delivery Management Protocol
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 23.255 UAS Application Enabler Architecture
- TS 23.256 UAS Support Architecture Enhancements
- TS 23.434 Service Enabler Architecture Layer (SEAL) for Verticals
- TS 24.544 SEAL Group Management Protocol Specification
- TS 24.545 SEAL Location Management Protocol Specification
- TS 24.546 SEAL Configuration Management Protocol
- TS 24.547 SEAL Identity Management Protocol
Specifications that reference TS 24.257
- TS 27.007 AT Command Interface for Mobile Terminals
Other specifications in the 24 series
- TS 24.239 Flexible Alerting Protocol for IMS
- TS 24.244 Wireless LAN Control Plane Protocol
- TS 24.247 IMS Messaging Protocol Specification
- TS 24.250 Reliable Data Service Protocol Specification
- TS 24.259 Personal Network Management (PNM) Protocol Details
- TS 24.275 MO for MMTEL Basic Communication Part
- TS 24.279 Combined CS Calls and IMS Sessions
- TS 24.281 MCVideo Signalling Control
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 24.257?
3GPP TS 24.257 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for UAS Application Enabler (UAE) Layer. Specifies application layer protocols & procedures for Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) services, enabling UAV communication via 3GPP networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 24.257?
TS 24.257 is published in 3 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.4.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 24.257 belong to?
TS 24.257 belongs to the Services (Vertical Applications) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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