Airbus’ H145 helicopter achieved its first autonomous flight using Shield AI’s Hivemind software. The autonomy system served as the onboard pilot, controlling navigation and mission functions via Airbus’ Helionix suite. The demonstration focused on validating autonomous capabilities while reducing technical and financial risks. Hivemind enables the helicopter to execute complex missions without human intervention, responding dynamically to obstacles and changing conditions. This marks a significant step toward fully autonomous rotary-wing aviation, potentially supporting surveillance, logistics, or disaster-response operations. The successful flight highlights the growing integration of AI and autonomous control in aerospace platforms, offering enhanced operational flexibility and safety.
