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Aurora Flight Sciences

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Aurora Flight Sciences advances the future of flight through innovations in aircraft configurations, autonomy, propulsion, manufacturing, and more.

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#ICYMI Our SKIRON-XLE hydrogen fuel-cell-powered sUAS was selected as part of Rotor Pro's Best of 2024 Roundup! SKIRON-XLE was chosen for its ability to fly for seven hours on hydrogen power. Learn more: content.yudu.com/web/1umli/0A1u…

#ICYMI Our SKIRON-XLE hydrogen fuel-cell-powered sUAS was selected as part of <a href="/JUSTHELICOPTERS/">Rotor Pro</a>'s Best of 2024 Roundup! SKIRON-XLE was chosen for its ability to fly for seven hours on hydrogen power. 

Learn more: content.yudu.com/web/1umli/0A1u…
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Imagine a world where aircraft fly autonomously, seamlessly integrating with the environment. At Aurora, we’re not just imagining it — we’re building it. Curious about what’s next in autonomous systems? Follow us for the latest updates on our cutting-edge projects!

Imagine a world where aircraft fly autonomously, seamlessly integrating with the environment. At Aurora, we’re not just imagining it — we’re building it. Curious about what’s next in autonomous systems? Follow us for the latest updates on our cutting-edge projects!
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We are powering the future of flight. Teams in our advanced energy lab play a pivotal role in developing the high-performance energy systems necessary for future innovations in sustainable energy storage. aurora.aero/2025/01/28/aur… #aviation #aerospace #sustainability

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At Aurora, #innovation isn't just part of our work – it's part of our culture. Our employee-led drone team provides colleagues with the opportunity to apply #engineering skills in a fun, competitive environment outside of work. Learn more: aurora.aero/2024/10/22/emp…

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In celebration of Engineers Week, Aurora engaged students from the PWCS Governor’s School at Innovation Park at our Virginia HQ. Thanks to our engineers who answered questions and provided real-world examples of how we apply the engineering design process at Aurora!

In celebration of Engineers Week, Aurora engaged students from the <a href="/PWCSNews/">PWCS</a> Governor’s School at Innovation Park at our Virginia HQ. Thanks to our engineers who answered questions and provided real-world examples of how we apply the engineering design process at Aurora!
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Aurora employees had a blast this weekend supporting the VA Science Olympiad regional tournament! Aurora supervised the middle and high school helicopter events, recording flight times and verifying that students’ helicopters met the necessary specifications. #STEM #aerospace

Aurora employees had a blast this weekend supporting the <a href="/VASciOlympiad/">VA Science Olympiad</a> regional tournament! Aurora supervised the middle and high school helicopter events, recording flight times and verifying that students’ helicopters met the necessary specifications. #STEM #aerospace
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Our teams are experts in developing cutting-edge sUAS that push the boundaries of endurance, #autonomy, and adaptability, delivering mission-critical performance where it matters most. Learn more about our history in #sUAS development: aurora.aero/2025/03/04/exp…

Our teams are experts in developing cutting-edge sUAS that push the boundaries of endurance, #autonomy, and adaptability, delivering mission-critical performance where it matters most. Learn more about our history in #sUAS development: aurora.aero/2025/03/04/exp…
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This month we're celebrating 20 years of #manufacturing excellence in Mississippi! Over the past 2 decades, we've made significant strides in #aerospace manufacturing and technology. Learn more about our cutting-edge programs and community collaboration: aurora.aero/2025/04/08/aur…

This month we're celebrating 20 years of #manufacturing excellence in Mississippi! Over the past 2 decades, we've made significant strides in #aerospace manufacturing and technology.

Learn more about our cutting-edge programs and community collaboration: aurora.aero/2025/04/08/aur…
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Aurora completed wind tunnel testing for its high-speed vertical lift concept, part of the preliminary design phase of the DARPA SPRINT program, which aims to demonstrate technologies for a transformational combination of speed and runway independence.aurora.aero/2025/04/29/hig…

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We've officially started production of the latest version of our SKIRON-X Group 2 UAS. Now in its third generation, SKIRON-X has been upgraded to enhance flight performance and user experience, making it easier than ever to deploy and operate. aurora.aero/2025/05/06/upd…

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Our SKIRON-X UAS and #autonomy team joined Boeing Phantom Works to test their High Assurance Processing & Isolation (HAPI) software, demoing its ability to enhance safety for autonomous operations. We're proud to be a part of #TeamBoeing advancing the future of flight together.

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Our West Virginia facility connects with students by leading STEM-based activities and collaborating with university groups like WVU Mountaineers's experimental rocketry club. Learn how we're inspiring students to think big and reach for the skies: aurora.aero/2025/05/27/bui…

Our West Virginia facility connects with students by leading STEM-based activities and collaborating with university groups like <a href="/WestVirginiaU/">WVU Mountaineers</a>'s experimental rocketry club. Learn how we're inspiring students to think big and reach for the skies: aurora.aero/2025/05/27/bui…
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At Aurora, innovation happens every day whether we're in the air or on the ground. Our flight simulation lab allows our team to explore, refine, and validate concepts in dynamic, real-world conditions without leaving the ground. aurora.aero/2024/07/10/fli…

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Our collaboration with leading universities - including UC San Diego, Baylor University, and CU-Boulder - through NASA’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI) is key to enhancing safety & integrating new technologies into real-world applications. Learn more: aurora.aero/2025/06/12/aur… image: NASA

Our collaboration with leading universities - including <a href="/UCSD/">UC San Diego</a>, <a href="/Baylor/">Baylor University</a>, and <a href="/ucboulder/">CU-Boulder</a> - through <a href="/NASA/">NASA</a>’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI) is key to enhancing safety &amp; integrating new technologies into real-world applications. Learn more: aurora.aero/2025/06/12/aur…

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Teams at our Boston, MA facility designed, built, and delivered safety critical components that will allow astronauts to live and work while orbiting the Moon. (image: NASA) Learn more: aurora.aero/2025/06/24/aur…

Teams at our Boston, MA facility designed, built, and delivered safety critical components that will allow astronauts to live and work while orbiting the Moon. (image: NASA) Learn more:
aurora.aero/2025/06/24/aur…
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Congratulations to the Mississippi State and WVU Mountaineers rocketry teams for winning first place in their respective divisions at the 2025 International Rocket Engineering Competition!

Congratulations to the <a href="/msstate/">Mississippi State</a> and <a href="/WestVirginiaU/">WVU Mountaineers</a>  rocketry teams for winning first place in their respective divisions at the 2025 International Rocket Engineering Competition!
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Last week, 28 interns from all of our U.S. sites gathered at our headquarters in Manassas, Virginia to learn more about Aurora and to build connections across the organization.

Last week, 28 interns from all of our U.S. sites gathered at our headquarters in Manassas, Virginia to learn more about Aurora and to build connections across the organization.
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Fly early, fly often. ✈️ This motto drives our Accelerated Testing of Live Autonomy Software (ATLAS) program, redefining the transition from software development to mission-ready capabilities in autonomous flight. aurora.aero/2025/07/15/fli…

Fly early, fly often. ✈️ This motto drives our Accelerated Testing of Live Autonomy Software (ATLAS) program, redefining the transition from software development to mission-ready capabilities in autonomous flight. aurora.aero/2025/07/15/fli…
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Some take coffee breaks. We take #flight breaks. 🛩️ Yes, there is a flight simulator in the breakroom at our headquarters in Virginia, providing a reminder of what connects us: a love of flying and the drive to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Some take coffee breaks. We take #flight breaks. 🛩️    Yes, there is a flight simulator in the breakroom at our headquarters in Virginia, providing a reminder of what connects us: a love of flying and the drive to push the boundaries of what's possible.
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While our legacy is rooted in aircraft and autonomous systems, our engineering capabilities extend well beyond Earth. We recently delivered next-generation pressure relief valves for #NASA’s HALO module, part of the Gateway lunar space station. aurora.aero/2025/06/24/aur…