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Sikorsky launches Matrix, a technological innovation programme for VTOL aircraft

Washington, USA - "We seek to expand the types of missions that can be flown, improving efficiency, safety and reliability"

Sikorsky Aircraft has unveiled a major research program, designated Matrix Technology, to develop, test and field systems and software that will improve significantly the capability, reliability and safety of flight for autonomous, optionally piloted, and piloted vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. In collaboration with the United Technologies Research Center, Matrix Technology aims...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1154675
Rome, Italy, 08/20/2013 14:27
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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