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Congratulations to Moya Aero on their latest innovation milestone! One of our winning teams has been awarded a R$2 million grant from FINEP to develop a portable ground control system for high-capacity drones. This AI-powered system will enable Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, making cargo transportation smarter, safer, and more sustainable. By optimizing delivery routes, reducing emissions, and enabling a single operator to manage multiple drones, this groundbreaking technology—developed in collaboration with UFRJ and UPE—is set to transform logistics, public safety, and environmental monitoring. A huge step forward for drone innovation and sustainable mobility—congratulations to the team on this exciting achievement! Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/eSVQFFUk #MoyaAero #GoAEROPrize #GoAERO #SustainableTech #Awards #Grant #FutureOfFlight #EmergencyResponse

“GoAERO is a global endeavor focused on local needs, with our teams worldwide designing and building innovative #EmergencyResponse flyers for #DisasterResponse. #Iridium serves as the essential link that keeps us connected, enabling us to respond effectively and solve these urgent challenges.” - Gwen Lighter, CEO and founder of GoAERO at #IridiumPartner Conference (IPC)

From a university known for its aviation breakthroughs, The Sloopy Works | GoAERO has won Stage 1 of the GoAERO Prize for their Flyer, STUART—a Small Transportable Uncrewed Aerial Rescue Technology vehicle. The team, composed of top aerospace students and faculty from Ohio State University, is continuing a legacy that started with the world’s first hospital-based medical helicopter rescue program in 1967. By combining autonomous flight capabilities with proven VTOL engineering, they’re developing a next-gen aerial rescue vehicle. Read more about Team Sloopy Works here: https://lnkd.in/eu4s9WXM Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The Ohio State University, The Ohio State University Center for Aviation Studies #GoAEROPrize #EmergencyAviation #VTOL #OSUAerospace #GoAERO #AerospaceEngineering #RescueInnovation

Our CEO, Gwen Lighter, sat down with CBS Mornings to share how the $2M GoAERO Prize is inspiring innovators worldwide to build compact emergency response aircraft—solutions that could one day fly first responders in and evacuate victims out of hard-to-reach areas. This is more than a competition—it’s a mission to transform the future of emergency response. Watch the full feature: https://lnkd.in/e7-D23Vf

Speed and efficiency are critical in emergency response, and A2-CAL, a Stage 1 winner of the GoAERO Prize, is proving just that with APTOS Mini. With a payload capacity of 150kg, a top speed of 100 MPH, and autonomous capabilities, this Flyer is designed for high-impact rescue missions. The team is working to refine their prototype and prepare for the Final Fly-Off, where they’ll showcase APTOS Mini’s potential. Jean-Francois Clavreul is looking for a co-captain and team members to help propel the project forward. DM him on LinkedIn if you’re interested in joining the mission. Congrats to this Stage 1 winner! Read more about Jean-Francois and the APTOS Mini here: https://lnkd.in/e_HQ8dUC #GoAEROPrize #InnovationInFlight #AutonomousRescue #GoAERO #FutureOfFlight #EmergencyResponse

Exciting news! GoAERO teams now have access to Dassault Systèmes' professional-grade design tools at 50-90% off through our newest in-kind partnership. Teams designing emergency response aircraft can now use the same software trusted by Boeing, Bell Helicopter, and Bombardier—including SolidWorks, CATIA, ENOVIA, and SIMULIA. Teams can access these resources here: https://lnkd.in/gNHw5gg3 #GoAEROPrize #AerospaceDesign #EmergencyResponse

Emergency response innovation needs to be affordable, effective, and accessible. That’s why Trek Aerospace, Inc., a Stage 1 winner of the GoAERO Prize, is developing Nytngale, a small, electric VTOL designed for low-cost operations in disaster relief. Rob Bulaga, an aeronautical engineer with a history of groundbreaking aircraft designs, believes GoAERO’s mission aligns perfectly with his own: creating life-saving aviation solutions. With wildfires and natural disasters growing more frequent, innovations like Nytngale could change the way we respond to crises worldwide. Check out their Facebook page to learn more! www.facebook.com/trekaero And read Trek's full profile here: https://lnkd.in/em9SrESi

Exciting news! GoAERO teams now have FREE access to Altair's complete suite of advanced simulation software through our newest partnership. Teams designing emergency response aircraft can now use professional-grade tools for aerodynamic simulation, structural optimization, and power systems design—accelerating the development of life-saving technology. Teams can access these resources at: https://lnkd.in/eAMFpesD Read more about our partnership here: https://lnkd.in/eY8FhEN5 #GoAEROPrize #AerospaceInnovation #EmergencyResponse

A Stage 1 winner of the GoAERO Prize, Elevate is advancing emergency response mobility with Elevate 1, an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) hexacopter designed to reach disaster zones faster than ever before. With a foldable arm design for easy transport and the ability to carry both passengers and cargo, Elevate 1 is setting a new standard for aerial rescue operations. The team, composed of aerospace innovators from TU Delft, saw a gap in full-scale eVTOL research and set out to close it. Now, with Stage 1 funding, they’re transitioning from design to prototyping and real-world testing ?? Excited to see them in Stage 2! Follow their progress at @Elevate Delft And read more about Team Elevate here: https://lnkd.in/eDGiZRKq #GoAEROPrize #AviationInnovation #eVTOL #DisasterResponse #GoAERO #eVTOL #EmergencyResponse #AerospaceInnovation

More power, more precision, more innovation. We’re proud to welcome Hitec Commercial Solutions, the world’s largest servo manufacturer, as an In-Kind Sponsor. Through this collaboration, GoAERO teams now have access to a 35% discount on high-performance servos and chargers—key components in developing next-generation emergency response aircraft. With Hitec’s NDAA-compliant and ISO 9001-certified technology, teams can focus on pushing the boundaries of innovation while reducing costs! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQYZuQcm #GoAEROPrize #GoAERO #Aerospace #Drones #EmergencyResponse #Innovation #STEM