What Happened
Merlin's Technology Aims To Reduce Crew Workload And Improve Safety
Merlin’s autonomous flight system, designed to handle the entire flight from takeoff to touchdown, has completed a critical design review for the C-130J transport aircraft. The system aims to reduce crew workload and improve aviation safety by preventing accidents caused by human error. It is intended to be compatible with several types of aircraft, including commercial jets and military transport planes. The review was conducted with U.S. Special Operations Command, and the program will now move to integration and testing, as reported by Unknown Source.