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Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase I

Adapt Icon A5 for Autonomous Military Applications

The strategic landscape of military operations, particularly in the INDOPACOM region and beyond, underscores the critical demand for a capable, low-cost airborne platform. The envisioned aircraft, with a minimum capability to transport 500 lbs. of cargo over a range of at least 400 miles, represents a significant leap forward in operational flexibility for military logistics. Beyond its primary logistical function, this versatile aircraft has the potential to augment mission capabilities by serving as a platform for logistics, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR), and as an airborne communication hub, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of military operations. Opportunity and Solution Overview: The assembled project team represents a unique opportunity to meet the strategic need. The solution involves three pivotal components: Established Aircraft Platform: A high-reliability, low-cost aircraft that not only meets but exceeds our specified requirements. This platform benefits from existing volume production, ensuring scalability and rapid deployment capabilities. Advanced Autonomy: A robust autonomy system developed in compliance with stringent government standards, ensuring the aircraft can perform its tasks effectively and safely in diverse operational environments. Expert Implementation Team: A dedicated team with proven expertise in delivering deployable aircraft solutions within tight timelines. This team's experience is crucial in navigating the complexities of adapting the platform for military applications. With these critical components, the project team is positioned to deliver an aircraft that can be rapidly deployed to the field, offering an unprecedented advantage in military logistics and operational flexibility. This initiative not only addresses an immediate need within the military logistics sphere but also sets the stage for future expansion into additional mission sets, thereby contributing to a versatile and resilient military posture.

The goal of phase I is to establish the technical merit, feasibility, and commercial potential of proposed R&D efforts and determine the quality of performance of the small business awardee organization.

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Meghan Scott