FlightHorizon PILOT-M Features

FlightHorizon PILOT-M is an onboard automatic detect-and-avoid (DAA) system for Advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft and group III to V uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS). It correlates data from multiple sensors to detect, track, predict, and avoid mid-air collisions.

The system can send avoidance commands to an onboard autopilot or provide advisories to a ground control station (GCS), supporting BVLOS operations and risk reduction in mixed airspace.

Onboard DAA

FlightHorizon PILOT-M runs onboard the aircraft, so detect-and-avoid decisions are made using direct sensor inputs without relying on ground infrastructure.

Connects directly to onboard telemetry, ADS-B In, and radar through aircraft network interfaces
Maintains a real-time air picture and advisories on the aircraft with minimal latency
Continues operating with onboard processing even when external connectivity is limited

Loss of Well Clear Alerting & Advising

FlightHorizon PILOT-M continuously evaluates nearby traffic against “well clear” thresholds and alerts the operator when separation margins are at risk.

Detects projected loss of well clear based on relative position, altitude, and closure rate
Issues prioritized cautions and warnings to focus attention on the highest-risk traffic
Provides pilot-in-the-loop resolution advisories to support timely, informed maneuver decisions

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Detect, Track, Calculate, And Avoid

Prevents potential conflicts by automatically detecting and tracking nearby aircraft
Calculates collision risk and generates resolution advisories for timely maneuvering
Supports avoidance guidance for remote pilots or onboard autopilot integration

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Platform Agnostic

Designed to install on aircraft that can carry non-cooperative air traffic sensors
Uses a compact, low-power DAA computer suited for onboard integration
Configurable across a range of airframes and operating environments

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Rapid Sensor Integration

Supports plug-and-play installation with Echodyne EchoFlight air-to-air radar
Supports integration with multiple ADS-B receiver and transponder models
Connects via Ethernet and/or USB for flexible installation and interfaces

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Built-In Concept Of Operations (CONOPS) Support

Supports safety case development for BVLOS operations and waiver packages
Helps document detect-and-avoid behavior for operational approvals and reviews
Aligns system configuration with defined airspace rules and mission procedures

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“Safety-as-a-Service” Delivery Model

Draws on operational experience across multiple aircraft and mission profiles
Reduces integration complexity with a proven onboard DAA architecture
Lowers delivery risk by using validated system behavior and repeatable processes

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Traceable Logging For Test And Review

Records surveillance inputs and advisory events for post-mission review
Supports analysis for training, test reporting, and safety assessment
Helps maintain traceability during program evaluation and iteration

Technical Features

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Onboard DAA Computer

Single-board aviation computer designed for onboard installation. Connects over the aircraft network to the autopilot and radar systems. Supports flexible autopilot and ground control station integration.

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Low SWaP-C Profile

Economical size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) for onboard deployment. Suitable for Group III, IV, and V platforms. Designed to fit aircraft integration constraints.

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Aviation-Grade Hardware

Built around aviation-grade hardware components for operational environments. Supports installation using MIL-STD-810 or RTCA DO-160 compliant equipment. Hardware selection is configuration dependent.

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Real-Time Processing

Real-time data parsing and queueing supports continuous traffic updates. Designed for consistent, repeatable behavior in dynamic conditions. Helps maintain timely detect-and-avoid awareness.

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Prioritized Alerts

Alerting and warnings are dynamically prioritized to surface the highest-risk traffic first. Supports rapid operator response and pilot-in-the-loop decision-making. Designed for predictable alert behavior.

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Onboard Data Logging

Logs telemetry, sensor, transponder, and DAA feeds onboard. Supports post-flight review, test reporting, and safety analysis. Output formats depend on configuration.

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Modular Sensor Expansion

Modular software add-ons support new sensors and autopilots over time. Designed for platform-specific configurations and growth. Helps reduce rework as requirements evolve.

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Standards-Aligned Algorithms

Uses DAIDALUS II algorithms supporting ACAS X, Xu, and sXu concepts. Designed to align with RTCA DO-365C Change 1 and ASTM F3442-25, depending on hardware and configuration. Full compliance is configuration dependent.