What Happened
Texas Event Showcases AI-Powered Autonomy In Advanced Air Mobility
Merlin recently participated in the Texas Department of Transportation’s Project NEXUS kickoff event, demonstrating its AI-powered Merlin Pilot autonomy platform. The event, held at Alliance Airport, showcased autonomous takeoff and landing, AI-powered Air Traffic Control communications, and dynamic in-flight re-planning and threat avoidance. According to Merlin, the demonstration highlighted the potential for autonomous aircraft to operate predictably within the U.S. National Airspace System. The event was part of TxDOT’s Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program activities, as reported by UASweekly.com.