Systems and methods for real-time data communications and messaging with operators of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS)

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9105184
APP PUB NO 20150170524A1
SERIAL NO

13792259

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A system and method are provided to support safe integration of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUASs) into the National Airspace Structure in the United States. Substantially real-time data communication provides interested parties with an ability to communicate directly with an operator of the sUAS during system operations. Individual interactive user interfaces are used to implement two way text-like messaging directly with the sUAS control console to enhance safety and reduce conflicts with operations of the sUAS. When an instance arises in which an air traffic controller needs to advise an sUAS operator regarding an unauthorized sUAS mission or a requirement to keep an sUAS clear of a specific block of airspace or specific geographic location due to an immediate, emergent and/or unforeseen event, a means is provided by which to more effectively and more quickly communicate directly with the sUAS operator.

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ARINC INCORPORATED2551 RIVA ROAD ANNAPOLIS MD 21401

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Hawkins, Ronald Carl Davidsonville, US 1 39
Stefani, Rolf West River, US 21 464

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