R44 and Drone Test New Collision-Avoidance Technology
A demonstration in San Bernardino paired a Robinson R44 helicopter with a Ponderosa FireSparrow Mk10 drone to test Ciconia’s coordination and collision-avoidance system. The event examined whether crewed and uncrewed aircraft could identify a developing conflict and receive useful guidance before they came dangerously close. During the demonstration, the system provided the R44 pilot with…