In this insightful episode of Hangar X Studios, host and former Navy fighter pilot John Ramstead sits down with Bas Gouverneur, CEO of Daedalean, at Verticon, a hub of next-gen aerospace innovation. Together, they explore how AI is revolutionizing cockpit technology, enhancing flight safety, and transforming the way pilots interact with the skies. Bas dives into Daedalean’s groundbreaking work in AI-enabled avionics — including bird and drone detection, GPS-denied navigation, landing guidance, and visual traffic detection. As the aviation industry inches closer to autonomous flight, Bas shares how AI is becoming a trusted co-pilot, not a replacement, and what that means for the future role of pilots. Whether you're an aviator, aerospace professional, or technology enthusiast, this episode is a must-listen for understanding the future of intelligent aviation systems. Episode Highlights AI-powered “second pair of eyes” for pilots Optical detection of non-cooperative traffic (e.g., birds, paragliders, drones) Flight guidance in GPS-denied environments Certification journey with EASA and FAA The future of pilot roles in automated cockpits Collaborations with aviation giants like Moog and Leonardo Key Points with Timestamps [00:00:03] — Daedalean provides 240-degree optical visibility to assist pilots in detecting non-cooperative airborne objects [00:01:46] — What Daedalean is: AI-enabled avionics that include detection, positioning, and landing guidance [00:02:27] — Bas’s aerospace engineering background and career journey to Daedalean [00:03:47] — The safety benefits of AI in aviation, especially for smaller aircraft [00:04:48] — Key functions: bird and drone detection, GPS-denied navigation, helipad landing assistance [00:05:44] — Integration with cockpit systems like HUDs or Garmins [00:06:46] — Why adding another sen...