Professor Feron chaired Panel Discussion titled: Exploring the Potential of Advanced Air Mobility for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Research Open Week is a unique forum for a broader discussion providing networking opportunities to faculty, research staff, and colleagues from industry and government entities. National and International experts from leading organizations in the areas of energy, water, environment, food and health, and the digital domain. The forum showcased how research at KAUST is contributing, and helping to shape the Kingdom's future through education, community engagement, and scientific investigation. Throughout the week, KAUST researchers presented science and engineering research highlights in addition to showcasing projects that involve direct in-Kingdom collaborations.

The panel, consisting of distinguished individuals with extensive knowledge and experience in the field, offered valuable perspectives and sparked engaging conversations on various aspects of advanced air mobility.

Panel Speakers:

  • Mohammed Alshebani - Representative from General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA)
  • Máxime Gariel - Chief Technology Officer at XWing
  • Daniel Delahye - Professor at École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile (ENAC)
  • Basier Aziz - CEO of Atlas Imaging

Under the guidance of Eric Feron, our panel head and an expert in aviation, robotics, and control systems, the discussion explored key themes surrounding the potential of advanced air mobility in Saudi Arabia. The panelists shared their insights, experiences, and research, contributing to a thought-provoking session.

The full panel can be watched here - https://youtu.be/ZBFKJduJj5M