Aviation
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Superhuman·5d agoHigh Altitude Drone Collects Atmospheric Data Beyond Commercial Flights
Meteomatics announced that its reusable weather drone reached an altitude of over 34,000 feet. The aircraft gathers atmospheric observations to improve weather predictions for aviation and space operations.
There's An AI For That·Oct 1Federal Aviation Administration Tests AI System to Reduce Flight Delays
The FAA is implementing air traffic planning software designed to help managers predict flight bottlenecks and weather problems far in advance. By processing real time data from over 200 sources, the platform recommends optimal flight routes across the country. Air traffic controllers retain final decision authority while using the recommendations to prevent delays.
Superhuman·Sep 27Joby Aviation completes cross country autonomous flight test
An aircraft equipped with Joby automated software completed a 3,199 mile journey without direct pilot intervention, handling taxiing, takeoff, cruising, and landing. The company plans to deploy these autonomous flight capabilities for emergency operations and automated freight shipping.
Superhuman·Sep 13Crewed electric flying boat completes initial test flight
Regent Craft has successfully tested its electric Seaglider with two passengers during a short trial over Narragansett Bay. The vehicle uses hydrofoiling and ground effect technology to float, glide, and fly just above water, offering a potential new transport option for coastal regions.
Superhuman·Aug 30MIT spinoff Electra unveils short takeoff hybrid aircraft
Aviation startup Electra designed a hybrid regional plane capable of taking off and landing in compact areas about the size of a soccer field. Utilizing eight electric motors alongside a gas generator, the aircraft flies up to 200 mph with a range of 1,200 miles to serve regional transit needs.
Superhuman·Aug 30Hybrid regional aircraft designed for short runway operations
MIT spinoff company Electra designed a hybrid electric plane powered by eight electric propellers alongside a fuel generator. The aircraft can land on space equivalent to a soccer field and aims to serve medium distance regional travel.
