DIRECT TO PHASE II: Solution to Reduce Towing Based Mishaps During Flightline Operations

Department of War · Navy · SBIR Topic · 26.BZ

posted 5 August 2026 · closed 23 September 2026

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Summary

The Navy seeks a modular collision-awareness and intervention system to retrofit existing aircraft tow tractors and improve situational awareness during towing operations on airfields and ship decks. The solution aims to reduce mishaps, protect assets, and could also benefit commercial aviation safety.

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