Small UAS (sUAS) Mid-Air Collision (MAC) Likelihood

Abstract

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This research focuses on sUAS MAC likelihood analysis with general aviation (GA) and commercial aircraft. Because severity research varies based on where a collision occurred on a manned aircraft, this likelihood research will not only look at the probability of a MAC, but also the likelihood of colliding with different parts of a manned aircraft. Complete Mid-Air Collision (MAC) risk assessments require estimates of both collision severity and collision likelihood. This research focuses on sUAS MAC likelihood analysis with General Aviation (GA) and commercial aircraft. Because severity research varies based on where a collision occurred on a manned aircraft, this likelihood research will not only look at the probability of MAC but also the likelihood of colliding with different parts of a manned aircraft.

Authors

• Wallace, Ryan Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
• Truong, Dothang Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
• Winter, Scott Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
• Cross, David Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Keywords

• The FAA Center Of Excellence For UAS Research
• Alliance For System Safety Of UAS Through Research Excellence