• Preferred Networks, ACSL reached a demo-ready stage for AI-driven automatic flight route generation under NEDO’s K Program.
• System proposes flight plans from mission requirements, flight conditions, surrounding environment, targeting faster decisions in complex, unknown settings.
• Work began October 2025; Phase 2 runs FY2025–FY2027, building a prototype small UAV with AI planning, dynamic replanning, obstacle avoidance.
• Next steps include deployment on small UAVs, validation in real-world-like environments, integration with coordinated multi-UAV control.

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