Textron Aviation, Merlin unveil autonomous Cessna SkyCourier UX concept aircraft

By Public Technologies
  • Textron Aviation introduced a Cessna SkyCourier UX concept aircraft built on the SkyCourier platform with Merlin autonomy software.
  • Concept targets autonomous or pilot-optional resupply in contested environments, aiming to expand logistics options without using crewed aircraft.
  • Design objectives call for about 6,000 pounds of payload, capacity for up to three LD3 containers, operations from austere runways.
  • Textron Aviation cited the SkyCourier’s FAA-certified, in-production status as a pathway to scalable manufacturing and support for future autonomous logistics.


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