Division 1 The objectives of this function are:

to maximize the use of the European aeronautical radio spectrum through improvements in frequency management procedures and planning criteria in order to prevent shortage of frequencies which would reduce network capacity;

to improve the transparency of frequency management practices enabling the accurate assessment of the efficient use of frequencies and the determination of solutions to meet future demands for frequencies;

to increase the effectiveness of the frequency management processes via the promotion of best practices and the development of corresponding tools.