Emerging Technologies

French manufacturer enjoyed a recent windfall but faces delays in testing and production.

Company’s experimental YFQ-42A Dark Merlin ‘experienced a mishap’ that will pause trials.

Testing found that the technology’s “behavior and output” change between en route and terminal airspace.

Engine system is part of the hydrogen-electric powertrain the company is selling to airlines and manufacturers.

Supersonic test aircraft aimed to reach 260 mph at altitude of 20,000 feet.

Manufacturer is integrating autonomy systems on its flagship R44 and R66 models.

Uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft (UCCA) are intended to serve as ‘loyal wingmen’ to crewed fighters.

Merlin Labs completes preliminary design review for the integration of its autonomy system on the tactical and transport aircraft.

Emergency autoland for cases of pilot incapacitation has never been offered for a helicopter.

Maiden flight of company’s Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 follows testing of a smaller, less powerful model.