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Airborne-NextGen 06.18.24: Drone Aids Tree, C-130J Automation, Powered Lift Regs

Also: Eve Air Mobility, Surf Air, ISS Simulation Goes Wrong, Drone First Responder

The National Park Service isn't kind to drones, but once in a while even they see some use in the little tools, particularly where they can be used to assess the health of old growth forests without a crewed aircraft.

Doodle Labs highlighted its work in networking a recent effort to scan, document, and assess the health of 'General Sherman', the world's largest living tree. Merlin, hot off a few test flights aboard some KC-135s, has gotten a $105 million production contract to automate the C-130J. The contract was granted under an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by SOCOM to lay the groundwork for a "production-ready reduced aircrew capability..." The FAA is looking for public commentary on a draft Advisory Circular regarding the type, production, and airworthiness certification of powered-lift. It's no surprise that the old regs may need some updating, now that the Advanced Air Mobility industry is beginning to nip at the heels of established categories. All this -- and MORE in today's episode of Airborne-NextGen!!!

Airborne-NextGen 06.18.24 is chock full of info in this Weekly News Episode, Tuesday, June 18th, 2024... Presented by Aero-TV veteran videographer and Airborne Hosts Holland Lee, Sophie Hurlock, Brianne Cross, Christopher Odom, and Laura Hutson, and is supported by ANN CEO/Editor-In-Chief Jim Campbell, and Chief Videographer Nathan Cremisino, this episode covers:

  • National Park Service Tries Drone Inspections on Oldest Sequoia  
  • Merlin Snags C-130J Automation Assignment from SOCOM  
  • FAA Invites Comments on Powered-Lift Certification Draft
  • Eve Air Mobility Releases Additional Footage of Full-Scale Prototype  
  • Surf Air Establishes Foothold in Brazil  
  • Simulation of Emergency on International Space Station Causes Alarm 
  • Police Department Receives FAA Approval for Drone First Responder Program 

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