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Honeywell, Merlin Partner On Autonomous Flight Technology

By Cal Biesecker

Thursday, October 17th, 2024

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Honeywell, Merlin Partner On Autonomous Flight Technology

Honeywell in May 2023 successfully completed the first flight of its Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck using Honeywell’s Pilatus PC-12 test aircraft. Photo: Honeywell

Honeywell [HON], a supplier of avionics systems, and Merlin, a small company developing software for autonomous military aviation, have partnered to bring more autonomy to military and commercial aircraft. The initial focus of the partnership will be fixed-wing military aircraft, the companies said on Thursday. The companies will evaluate transport aircraft, tankers, and fixed-wing special mission aircraft, Honeywell said in a response to questions. The companies will also be developing a joint roadmap of autonomy applications for the military, Merlin…

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