Aerospace Unplugged – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, our host Adam Kress sits down with Taylor Alberstadt, Senior Director of Global Sales and Account Management for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies, and Dr. Yemaya Bordain, Emerging and Advanced Technologies Strategist.

Together, they continue the conversation around autonomy in aviation, specifically, the industry efforts currently underway to bring autonomy to life and the road ahead for technology adoption and public acceptance. 

Episode Highlights:

• Current State of Autonomy in Aviation: Explore what the rising trends in aviation as autonomy progresses and how they’re evolving.
• Technology Adoption & AAM Integration: Discover how the role of AI and autonomy are being integrated in aviation, with real-world examples.
• Regulatory Landscapes & Challenges: Learn about the regulatory hurdles AAM companies face as autonomy advances, including a rigorous ceritifcation process, aligning with public safety priorities and more.
• Public Acceptance & The Road Ahead: Dive into the challenges of building public trust and acceptance for autonomous aviation, and what the future may hold over the next 5 to 10 years. 

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What does automation and autonomy feel like from the pilot’s seat?

In this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, our host Adam Kress sits down with seasoned pilots Alyssa Silva, First Officer and Pilot for Republic Airlines, and Pete Zaccagnino, CEO and Owner of PC Aviators, to explore how these evolving technologies are reshaping responsibilities in the cockpit and what it means for the future of flight.

Episode Highlights:

• Pilots’ Experience with Autonomy’s Evolution in Aviation: Learn about our guests’ aviation journeys and how they’ve encountered autonomy’s impact in aviation. 

• Real-World Applications: From advanced weather radar to terrain-following technology, hear how autonomy actively enhances flight safety.

• Balancing Technology and Human Skill: Why pilots believe automation should support, not replace, critical decision-making.

• What’s Next: What rigorous simulation and real-world testing will look like as AI and autonomy expand and how the role of pilots will evolve.

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Together they will talk through how different satellite systems work in harmony to deliver seamless communication, ensuring a flight path is as connected as is it comfortable. Join us for this deep dive episode into the heart of aerospace communication technology.

In this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, we dive into the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, exploring its significance and the critical provisions around runway safety and cockpit alerting. With a recent increase in close calls on U.S. runways, these measures are more important than ever. Join us as we discuss what the FAA Reauthorization bill entails, its impact on aviation safety, and why the inclusion of runway safety protocols is essential. Our special guest, Honeywell Senior Director of Government Relations Sean Deverey, shares expert insights and sheds light on the future of aviation safety.

In this episode, we delve into the critical role of Flight Management Systems (FMS) and how guided visuals enhance their functionality. Join us as we explore the integration of advanced visual aids in FMS, improving pilot situational awareness and flight safety. Our experts discuss the latest innovations, real-world applications, and the future of FMS technology in the aerospace industry. Tune in to gain insights into how these systems are revolutionizing modern aviation.

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On this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, we speak with Andrew Barker, Honeywell's Vide President of Integrated Avionics, as he comes to us form the ground of EAA AirVenture to discuss what he's looking forward to and what you shouldn't miss at the show. 

Vertical Aerospace, with its VX4 electric-vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft, is at the cusp of a new chapter in aviation history. The company's successful untethered free flight of the VX4, piloted by Chief Test Pilot Justin "Jif" Paines, has paved the way for the upcoming first flights. These flights are crucial for the type certification process and represent a significant leap forward for Vertical Aerospace and the broader urban air mobility sector.

Listen in for a high-flying conversation about pioneering the skies of tomorrow.

This episode of Aerospace Unplugged features Dan Newman, Chief Technology Officer of Honeywell's Advanced Air Mobility team. With his extensive experience at Boeing, the US Department of Defense, and DARPA, Dan will shed light on the pivotal role of autonomy in aviation. We delve into the future prospects, key milestones, and the hurdles we must overcome on the path to fully autonomous aircraft. Reflecting on the historical significance of automation in aviation, such as the 1912 invention of the Sperry Autopilot, we discuss how incremental advancements have led to today's innovative technologies. Tune in to navigate the skies of innovation with Dan Newman guiding the way.

Position and timing signals from global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) have become the primary source of navigation for vehicles across air, land and sea. But how do pilots or unmanned systems navigate when GNSS signals aren’t available?

GNSS has seen a significant increase in intentional and unintentional disruptions including jamming and spoofing. In this podcast navigation experts Ben Mohr and Mohan Jacob discussing two suites of Honeywell offerings Alternative Navigation and Resilient Navigation aimed to help manned and unmanned aircraft operate when navigation is denied or unavailable. 

They answer questions like “what are the most common types of denied environments” and “Why, how we stay ahead of this.”

Building on decades of leadership in inertial navigation systems for all kinds of aircraft and spacecraft, Honeywell engineers have made enormous progress in alternative navigation, aided by evolutionary advancements in sensors and other enabling technologies. Honeywell was one of the first companies to successfully demonstrate alternative navigation technologies in a GPS-denied environments.

In this podcast we touch on the issue and how best to tackle it.

The number of serious runway safety incidents at U.S. airports has increased over the past year – putting thousands of lives at risk. There were more than 50 serious runway incidents in 2023, clearly demonstrating that America's approach to runway safety is insufficient and under enormous stress.

In the latest episode of Aerospace Unplugged, Honeywell Aerospace Technologies President & CEO Jim Currier discusses new technology to address runway safety and why the flying public is calling on Congress, the FAA, and the aviation industry to address this alarming trend.

This is a timely podcast episode you won't want to miss.

Also check out the Honeywell feature article on runway safety at https://aerospace.honeywell.com/runwaysafety