Cargo and logistics

Merlin USD1 million FAA grant will “allow for the first autonomous system integrated into the NAS”

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Merlin a USD1 million contract to demonstrate a highly automated flight control system in conjunction with a safety pilot. In partnership with the FAA designated University of Alaska Fairbanks UAS […]

Cargo and logistics

US Marine Corps researching use of carbon zero Airlander 10 airship for logistical support roles

The Operational Energy Capability Improvement Fund (OECIF) in the US Department of Defense’s Operational Energy Office has  announced funding for the Zero Carbon Logistics Support Via Hybrid Aircraft Vehicles (HAV) project, to move to the […]

Air taxis and personal transports

Honeywell to supply hybrid engine generator for FLYING WHALES cargo transport airship

Honeywell’s one-megawatt generator has been selected by FLYING WHALES QUEBEC to supply power for its new hybrid-electric airship, the LCA60T. Both companies signed a contract for the integration and supply of Honeywell’s 1-megawatt generator. Based […]

Business Partnerships

Skyports Drone Services form joint venture with Korean drone company, Marine Drone Tech Inc.

Skyports, the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure developer and drone services provider today announced the formation of a joint venture (JV) entity between its drone services business and Korean drone technology company, Marine Drone Tech […]