Operating manned and unmanned in a fully integrated aviation requires mutual awareness among all participants. „Detect & Avoid ( airspace) is a key technology for ensuring the safe operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems ( DAA) in non-segregated airspace. DAA provides collision avoidance as a safety net and „remain well clear“ for operational separation, enabling UAS integration into both controlled and uncontrolled airspace and emerging frameworks like U-space. UAS
Given this and the increasing number of UAS operations, some technical challenges need to be addressed to ensure the optimal level of safety, such as achieving the required detection and tracking performance and verifying overall performance in complex environments.
While progress is being made, further regulatory development is needed, particularly in non-certified and emerging airspaces. Ongoing collaboration between industry, regulators, and national authorities is crucial to ensure the safe integration of UAS and align technological advancements with regulatory frameworks.
Long story short:
„To safely integrate UAS, we must progress step by step. Given the technical and operational challenges, it’s essential that industry, regulators, and authorities collaborate closely, each contributing their expertise and responsibilities.”
(Julien Farjon, Head of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Research and Technology @ Safran Electronics & Defense)
Julien F. is the Head of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Research and Technology at Safran Electronics & Defense. He started his career as a technical manager in Ramjet Missile airframe design and guidance systems and contributed to the development of the Patroller UAS. He has also managed several UAS technology-related projects, including Detect and Avoid. He is also responsible for the EUROCAE WG105 activities related to Detect & Avoid systems at very low altitudes. In his presentation at the EUROPEAN DRONE FORUM he will share valuable insights in DAA technology and how it can pave the way to equal rights for any aircraft.
The 2025 edition of the EUROPEAN DRONE FORUM on 17-18 February hosted by UAV DACH – Association for Unmanned Aviation will be the first to take place in Düsseldorf – embedded into the world premiere of the XPONENTIAL Europe. Together, we will identify the main obstacles for the UAS industry and discuss how these can be cleared. Fully in line with the theme of the EUROPEAN DRONE FORUM 2025: „Shaping the future: Clearing obstacles to commercial UAS operations in Europe”
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