US government commits another $11 million to automated aircraft maintenance

The US government awarded Mercer University an $11 million contract. This money will fund continued work on automated systems for inspecting, repairing, and tracking aircraft.

Aircraft maintenance is expensive and time-consuming, especially for large fleets. Automated systems like AIRCAT aim to reduce these costs and improve safety by detecting issues faster. This continued funding shows a steady commitment to integrating these technologies into operations. It means the government sees value in moving away from purely manual inspection processes.