Technical Discipline: Artificial Intelligence – Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the discipline of creating computational systems that mimic aspects of human intelligent capability to perceive, decide, and act. In aviation, AI systems are implemented to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of controlling aircraft systems. Machine Learning (ML), often considered a key subset of AI, applies computational methods to train AI models to learn from data and generalize that knowledge into compact algorithms for implementation in code. While theoretical research in ML advances computational technique, aviation research focuses on measuring the functionality and performance of AI systems in accordance with the certification framework to assure the safety of aircrafts containing AI systems.
Discipline leadership supports evaluating the effective use of ML and safely integrating AI technologies in aviation systems, informing FAA policy, guidance, and training. This effort includes international collaboration with industry, other government agencies, standards development organizations, and academic institutions to advance understanding of algorithm development, data characteristics, and model functionality and performance.
Dr. Trung T. Pham, Chief Scientist and Technical Advisor
trung.t.pham@faa.gov
10101 Hillwood Pkwy
Fort Worth, TX 76177