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Did you know modern Air Force pilots rely less on "stick and rudder" and more on advanced flight control systems? Our article explores how these sophisticated avionics are revolutionizing aerial combat, enhancing efficiency, safety, and overall mission success. Learn about the latest tech that's pushing the boundaries of flight! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gXuS5TvA #AirForce #Avionics #FlightControl #DefenseTechnology #AirForceTechnology #DefenseInnovation

🚁🚀 A journey through the fascinating 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 in helicopters. 📜 🚁💡 In "𝘼 𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙈𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨", we will take you into the evolution of helicopter tools, tracking their transformation from simple switches to cutting-edge electronics that now feature next-generation technology such as augmented reality, heads-up displays and artificial intelligence. 🚁 😎 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 have seamlessly become part of helicopter layouts while ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness. 👉 The demand for dynamic, forward-thinking systems is paramount and 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 innovative solutions not only address current needs but also have the ability to evolve, learn, and adapt as circumstances change. In this rapidly shifting environment, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. #helicopterinnovations #missionsystems #aviationhistory #VerticalFlight #missionsystem #ai #helicopters #avionics https://rb.gy/b2bb8

Rapid advancements in AI combat capabilities The X-62A VISTA is known as VIS VISTA, which is a Variable In-Flight Stability Test Aircraft, and it has been testing new AI algorithms. It started things off with the first informal tests in Dec of 2022, which run from those 12 flights by Feb 2023, in the base of Edwards Air Force Base in the USA. Among 100,000 lines of flight-critical programs, only 21 sets of test flights are performed over one year.  The relentless testing schedule built a milestone that was made by the AI versus human dogfights, which is the first step to autonomous air combat which is so significant. With the manned F-16s as opponents, the AI-driven wingman X-62A showed the techniques of AI in fight conditions and also the security protections. Unlike the regular jet that had safety pilots, the safety disengage wasn’t triggered a single time; during the dogfights, the AI systems were proven to be a reliable and safe technology.

What is an integrated mission system in Avionics? 🚁✨Embark on a captivating journey through the 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, from basic switches to cutting-edge technology like AR, heads-up displays, and AI in the FlySight blog "𝑯𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒐𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔". 🔍Discover how these systems seamlessly integrate into helicopter layouts, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. 🌐#OPENSIGHT flexibility and user-friendliness- The fundamental controls of a helicopter may not change, but the advancement of AR, AI and turnkey technological solutions for mission systems will enable the helicopter of the future to achieve so much more. ➡ It's not just a choice; it's a necessity in a ever-changing world. ⤵ #helicopter #technology #innovation #verticalflight #AI #AR #missionsystem #OPENSIGHT #missionconsole

The DARPA project has successfully demonstrated AI-controlled dogfighting in a real F-16 jet, marking a significant milestone in the development of autonomous aerial combat capabilities. The trials involved an AI-controlled VISTA aircraft facing off against a human-piloted F-16, with the #AI agent performing well overall, though the specific win/loss ratio was not disclosed due to national security concerns. This achievement is seen as a crucial step towards increasing human trust in autonomous platforms, which the military hopes to deploy in future combat scenarios through initiatives like the Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft program. The project also highlighted the need to address fundamental questions around the certification and safe operation of ML-controlled aircraft, as current regulations do not have a clear pathway for this technology. Looking ahead, the DARPA team plans to demonstrate collaborative dogfighting between human and AI pilots, as well as incorporate the lessons learned into future programs. While the potential for AI to supplant human pilots remains a speculative and philosophical question, the project has demonstrated the significant promise of autonomous aerial combat capabilities. https://lnkd.in/eW2iSyeg

AURA Network Systems is pleased to share its latest white paper on RTCA, Inc.'s DO-377 -- the performance-based standard for Command and Control (C2) link systems required for large uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) / remote piloted aircraft to operate Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) within controlled airspace. DO-377B is the product of significant research and analysis into the performance requirements of any C2 link controlling a UAS/RPAS, including availability, continuity, integrity, and latency for all phases of flight and in all types of airspace. Operators will want to understand the likely regulatory landscape focused on achieving FAA certification of airborne elements, along with operational approval of ground elements. AURA not only designs C2 links to support operators' safety cases, but offers deep expertise to help operators navigate approvals and compliance with emerging standards. Read our insights here: https://lnkd.in/g4w7Haik #c2links #largeUAS #rpas #safety #standards

We know how important it is for aviators to plan for any scenario -- that's why we developed the Standard Instrument Departure (SID) Analyzer. It allows you to verify stringent climb requirements in combination with one-engine-inoperative (OEI) emergency scenarios by seamlessly integrating runway analysis with TERPS/PANS-OPS compliance. This useful feature is now available within iPreFlight Genesis PRO, APG's fully integrated flight planning and weight & balance solution for both pilots and dispatchers. Get a personalized demo to see how iPreFlight Genesis PRO can help you streamline operations through all phases of flight. Watch the SID Analyzer demo: https://lnkd.in/gKET6Xdn #AircraftPerformance #FlightPlanning #aviation

#ICYMI The Air Force Research Laboratory led a successful three-hour sortie, July 25, demonstrating the first-ever flight of artificial intelligence agents (algorithms) controlling an uncrewed jet aircraft – the XQ-58A Valkyrie. The mission proved out a multi-layer safety framework on an artificial intelligence/machine learning-flown uncrewed aircraft and demonstrated an AI/ML agent solving a tactically relevant “challenge problem” during airborne operations. The algorithms matured millions of hours in high fidelity simulation events, sorties on the X-62 VISTA, Hardware-in-the-Loop events with the XQ-58A, and ground test operations. Check out the video and learn more at the link. #AI #AVgeek #defense #machinelearning

Check this, check it again, and then check it again.....we are helping pilots plan for any scenario with our new functionality. #aircraftperformance #flightplanning

#DidYouKnow - In the mid-1900s, pilots had to struggle with hundreds of instruments on the #flightdeck? Know how the smart Electronic Flight Display Systems simplify lives and revolutionize the modern #aircraft, in our blog: https://hubs.li/Q02bMTFK0 #aerospace #aviation