Air Mobility Command

Reliable Robotics Delivers KC-135 Stratotanker Automation Roadmap to U.S. Air Force

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024
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Reliable Robotics , a leader in safety-enhancing aircraft automation systems, today announced completion of a KC-135 Stratotanker Automation Study for the U.S. Air Force (USAF).

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  • Reliable Robotics , a leader in safety-enhancing aircraft automation systems, today announced completion of a KC-135 Stratotanker Automation Study for the U.S. Air Force (USAF).
  • The report was presented to senior Air Mobility Command (AMC) leadership earlier this year.
  • Automated aerial refueling enables air power to be projected farther downrange by sustaining the force in dynamic and contested environments.
  • Leveraging Reliable’s aircraft automation technology will provide these transformational capabilities rapidly at reduced procurement costs for the Department of Defense.

Investing in the Electric Aircraft Revolution

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星期三, 四月 3, 2024
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According to research from MarketsandMarket s, the Electric Aircraft Market is set to achieve unprecedented growth, projecting a remarkable worth of $37.2 billion by 2030.

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  • According to research from MarketsandMarket s, the Electric Aircraft Market is set to achieve unprecedented growth, projecting a remarkable worth of $37.2 billion by 2030.
  • KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR), betting on the electrification of everything, will play a key role in the safety of the electric aircraft future.
  • From startups like Eviation with their Alice aircraft to major players like Airbus and their E-Fan X project, the race is on to develop viable electric planes.
  • Some smaller electric aircraft are already taking to the skies for test flights ."

Joby Widens USAF Partnership, Will Deliver Two eVTOL Aircraft to MacDill AFB

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024
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Personnel will test and train with the aircraft based at MacDill AFB, on base and in the surrounding area.

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  • Personnel will test and train with the aircraft based at MacDill AFB, on base and in the surrounding area.
  • Joby delivered its first aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base in California in September 2023, with a second aircraft expected to be placed on the base this year.
  • In 2020, Joby became the first eVTOL developer to receive military airworthiness approval for its pre-production prototype aircraft.
  • Joby will continue to train USAF pilots and maintainers, and other government partners, on this new category of electric aircraft.

A Groundbreaking Decision Framework for the United States Air Force's (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC)

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星期三, 三月 20, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Systecon North America utilizes a transformative approach with the United States Air Force (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC) to enhance aircraft availability of KC-135 and C-17 aircraft to support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Systecon North America utilizes a transformative approach with the United States Air Force (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC) to enhance aircraft availability of KC-135 and C-17 aircraft to support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.
  • Systecon spearheaded the development of a sophisticated system-level decision model, leveraging its renowned Opus Suite, to optimize ACE operations for KC-135 and C-17 aircraft.
  • Focusing on system-level performance, Systecon's model addressed peacetime scenarios and diverse ACE mission profiles, enabling comprehensive decision support.
  • "Our innovative decision model promises to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness, reinforcing the Air Force's operational capabilities."

A Groundbreaking Decision Framework for the United States Air Force's (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC)

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星期三, 三月 20, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Systecon North America utilizes a transformative approach with the United States Air Force (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC) to enhance aircraft availability of KC-135 and C-17 aircraft to support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Systecon North America utilizes a transformative approach with the United States Air Force (USAF) Air Mobility Command (AMC) to enhance aircraft availability of KC-135 and C-17 aircraft to support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.
  • Systecon spearheaded the development of a sophisticated system-level decision model, leveraging its renowned Opus Suite, to optimize ACE operations for KC-135 and C-17 aircraft.
  • Focusing on system-level performance, Systecon's model addressed peacetime scenarios and diverse ACE mission profiles, enabling comprehensive decision support.
  • "Our innovative decision model promises to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness, reinforcing the Air Force's operational capabilities."

Mattermost Completes Contract with U.S. Air Force 618th Air Operations Center to Deliver Real Time, Mission Critical Communications

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星期二, 三月 5, 2024
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Developed for the 618th Air Operations Center (AOC) of the United States Air Force Air Mobility Command, the four new features address C2 challenges with response time to mission-critical requests for information.

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  • Developed for the 618th Air Operations Center (AOC) of the United States Air Force Air Mobility Command, the four new features address C2 challenges with response time to mission-critical requests for information.
  • Air Force operators of any kind using Mattermost can leverage the features developed under this AFWERX Phase II to enhance mission intelligence shareability in real-time.
  • Message Acknowledgement - Improves situational awareness and synchronization on mission intelligence through enhanced visibility of message receipt across the chain of command.
  • User Group Management - Drives alignment across groups of rotating personnel during a mission, including operators and aircrews at the tactical edge.

Merlin Signs an Agreement with the United States Air Force as First Step Towards Bringing Uncrewed Flight Capabilities to the KC-135

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024
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Merlin , the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today announced it has entered into an agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF).

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  • Merlin , the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today announced it has entered into an agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF).
  • In collaboration with Air Mobility Command (AMC) and Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Merlin will design, integrate, test, and demonstrate aspects of the Merlin Pilot on the KC-135 Stratotanker for the first time.
  • The multi-year partnership is focused on using a stepwise approach starting with reducing crew workload, then proceeding to reduced crew operations.
  • Merlin and the USAF’s collaboration will include, but is not limited to, system integration, ground testing, and extended flight demonstrations.

Tampa Bay Defense Alliance and Airlift/Tanker Association to Present Tampa Bay Trophy to Mary Graham from Joint Base Charleston

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星期三, 十一月 8, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa Bay Defense Alliance (TBDA) President Maj. Gen. Lawrence M. Martin Jr., USAF (Ret) and Airlift/Tanker Association (A/TA) Chairman (Ret) Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, USAF (Ret) announced today Mary Graham from Joint Base Charleston, SC as the recipient of the 2023 Tampa Bay Trophy.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa Bay Defense Alliance (TBDA) President Maj. Gen. Lawrence M. Martin Jr., USAF (Ret) and Airlift/Tanker Association (A/TA) Chairman (Ret) Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, USAF (Ret) announced today Mary Graham from Joint Base Charleston, SC as the recipient of the 2023 Tampa Bay Trophy.
  • The Tampa Bay Defense Alliance is proud to join the Airlift Tanker Association each year to honor a deserving community leader.
  • "We are thrilled to hear that Mary Graham is the recipient of the Tampa Bay Trophy," said Col. Michael Freeman, 628th Air Base Wing commander.
  • "The Airlift/Tanker Association proudly partners with the Tampa Bay Defense Alliance as together we honor our outstanding air mobility civic leader each year with the Tampa Bay Trophy.

Elroy Air demonstrates autonomous cargo delivery systems for Air Mobility Command and AFWERX

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星期四, 十月 12, 2023
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Elroy Air, the company developing an end-to-end autonomous vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) cargo system, recently demonstrated its autonomous cargo delivery system at Travis Air Force Base.

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  • Elroy Air, the company developing an end-to-end autonomous vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) cargo system, recently demonstrated its autonomous cargo delivery system at Travis Air Force Base.
  • The demonstration was part of Mobility Guardian 2023, a large Air Mobility Command (AMC) full-spectrum readiness exercise.
  • Elroy Air stands poised to contribute to this mission and supported the 2023 exercise by showcasing its groundbreaking autonomous cargo delivery technology, broadening the realm of the possible for military logistics.
  • “We’re honored to be a part of Mobility Guardian 2023 and to have the opportunity to demonstrate our autonomous cargo delivery systems at Travis Air Force Base," said Dave Merrill, Co-founder and CEO of Elroy Air.

Agile Defense Joint Venture Receives Mobility Air Force IT Support Contract Award

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星期三, 十月 4, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Agile Defense, an IT services and solutions company, is pleased to announce Agile-Bot II, its joint venture shared with BuddoBot, was awarded a $162 million contract by the U.S. Air Force's Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC).

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  • RESTON, Va., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Agile Defense, an IT services and solutions company, is pleased to announce Agile-Bot II, its joint venture shared with BuddoBot, was awarded a $162 million contract by the U.S. Air Force's Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC).
  • Under this award, the Agile-Bot team will deliver industry-leading Systems, Infrastructure, Applications, Operations and Maintenance Services (SIAOMS) to strengthen Air Mobility Command (AMC) Command and Control (C2) systems.
  • These C2 systems allow mobility air forces to quickly shift personnel and equipment from anywhere in the world within a few hours and sustain troop support for relief operations as long as required.
  • "We understand the critical nature of aligning our services to Air Mobility Command's mission and their need to deliver timely and cost-effective capabilities to national and international partners," said Rick Wagner, Agile Defense Chief Executive Officer.