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Advanced Air Mobility in defense and commercial aviation
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White Paper Details
Title
Advanced Air Mobility in defense and commercial aviation
Year Published
2022
Author
FS (Industrial and Financial Systems)
Number of pages:
12
This white paper explores the transformative growth of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) across defense and commercial aviation. It highlights the rapid adoption of uncrewed systems in military operations and the emerging commercialization of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The document emphasizes the critical role of end-to-end software solutions in managing the design, manufacturing, operations, and maintenance of AAM assets.
In commercial aviation, AAM is still nascent but poised for explosive growth. Startups like Joby Aviation and EHang are pioneering eVTOL aircraft for urban air taxis and cargo delivery, supported by regulatory advancements from agencies like the FAA and EASA12. Deloitte forecasts the AAM industry to reach $115 billion by 2035, driven by sustainability goals and infrastructure investments.
Key Themes:
- Defense Applications
- Autonomous UAVs like Boeing’s Loyal Wingman enhance situational awareness through MUM-T (Manned-Unmanned Teaming).
- Logistics optimization: Uncrewed systems reduce frontline risks and enable resupply in hostile environments.
- Humanitarian missions: Drones deliver aid to inaccessible regions, minimizing pilot exposure.
- Commercial Innovation
- eVTOL certification: Joby Aviation’s FAA Part 135 certification accelerates air taxi commercialization.
- Sustainability: Electric propulsion targets short-haul CO2 emissions, with McKinsey noting 17% of airline emissions stem from short flights.
- Infrastructure: Legislation like the U.S. AAIM Act allocates $25 million for vertiport development.
- Software’s Critical Role
- Scalable platforms like IFS software support AAM lifecycle management, from prototyping (e.g., Calidus’ carbon-fiber aircraft) to predictive maintenance12.
- Cybersecurity and data integration are paramount for autonomous systems
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