Researchers at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia recently flew multiple drones beyond visual line of sight with no visual observer. The drones successfully flew around obstacles and each other during takeoff, along a planned route, and upon landing, all autonomously without a pilot controlling the flight.
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Aeronautics, Advanced Air Mobility, Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate, Drones & You, Langley Research Center
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December 22, 2023
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