The project team replaced metals with weldable thermoplastics and redesigned processes to create a modular, fully automated assembly system.
Natilus and Palantir have joined forces to enhance U.S.-based sustainable aircraft manufacturing, deploying AI for faster development and smarter operations.
The Kaman-built system had already passed key autonomous trials and drawn military interest before being added to the Piasecki roster.
Aircraft sections built in the US, France, Morocco, Northern Ireland and Scotland will shift to Airbus, once Boeing completes its acquisition of Spirit and a buyer is found for any surplus facilities.
The Adams County facility will support core trials of the Symphony engine, developed in-house for Boom's Overture passenger aircraft.
The airship will undergo balance and propulsion testing ahead of Phase I flight trials scheduled for May or June 2025.
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