Michael Sanders

Michael Sanders leads the Autonomy Research Institute (ARI) efforts to advance the integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Autonomous Aviation (AAV) technologies across educational, public, and commercial agency interests; seamlessly integrating AAV systems supporting Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) concepts; and manages the FAA’s Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies (CAAT) program on behalf of the Texas A&M University System. Prior to joining the staff at TAMU-CC, Michael served as an Infantry Officer in the US Army for 30 years in a variety of Command and leadership positions. His assignments included several combat deployments to include coordinating the Counter-IED effort in Afghanistan in 2011. Michael holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History, and Master of Science degrees in Administration, Industrial Engineering (Interactive Simulation and Training Systems), and Strategic Studies.