LODD Autonomous has entered the next stage of development for its Hili autonomous aircraft, beginning preparations to test the vehicle's forward propulsion system.
According to the company, engineering teams are currently integrating and preparing the propulsion system that will enable sustained forward flight, marking another important milestone in the aircraft's development program.
The upcoming tests are expected to evaluate the performance of the forward propulsion architecture during key flight operations, generating data that will support future development and validation efforts.
While the company has not disclosed technical specifications or a testing timeline, the announcement demonstrates continued progress toward advancing Hili's autonomous flight capabilities.
Testing propulsion systems is a critical step in aircraft development, particularly for next-generation autonomous and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) platforms, where reliable transition and forward-flight performance are essential for future operational certification.
LODD Autonomous Begins Next Testing Phase for Hili Forward Propulsion System
LODD Autonomous initiated a new phase of Hili's development by preparing for testing of its forward propulsion system, a key step towards advancing towards highly efficient autonomous flight.
