Ministry of Economic Affairs Promotes Drone Globalization; Asia Aviation Actively Positions Itself 
In September 2023, the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced the establishment of the "Taiwan Excellence Drone Overseas Business Opportunity Alliance" to actively promote the global development of the drone industry. As a key member of the aviation industry, Asia Aviation has closely followed government policy directions and is actively cultivating the drone market. At the "2023 Taipei International Aerospace & Defense Industry Exhibition," Asia Aviation collaborated with Carbon-Based Technology to showcase a rotor-type fixed-wing drone at their booth, which became a major highlight of the exhibition.     
Innovative Technology Facilitates Rapid Drone Reconnaissance     
This rotor-type fixed-wing drone combines the characteristics of quad-rotor lift and a pusher engine. It first utilizes the quad-rotors for vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL); after climbing to a certain altitude, the pusher engine propeller is activated while the quad-rotors stop operating, transitioning into fixed-wing flight mode. During landing, the process is reversed: the quad-rotors restart to ensure a stable vertical descent. This VTOL flight mode allows the drone to conduct rapid round-trip reconnaissance, improving mission execution efficiency.     
According to Carbon-Based Technology, computer simulation tests indicate that the drone can have an endurance of up to 2 hours, a payload capacity of 5 kg, a wingspan of three meters, and a safe flight speed of 120 km/h. The prototype has been submitted to the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) for certification. Following certification, the prototype is expected to be optimized to prepare for the customization of future commercial drones. The primary target for commercial drones is expected to be the export market.     
Military-Grade Drones: Boundless Market Potential     
In the field of military-grade drones, Asia Aviation and Carbon-Based Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Asia Aviation is responsible for system integration and design, while Carbon-Based Technology handles airframe manufacturing, as both parties join forces to capture the domestic military-grade drone market. Asia Aviation Chairman Li Wei-Hsien stated that the drone industry has broad prospects, particularly in medium and large-sized drones, where Asia Aviation possesses unique technical advantages that differentiate it from competitors.     
Asia University Actively Seeks Cooperation to Create Win-Win Outcomes     
Asia University's visit to Asia Aviation aimed to explore cooperation opportunities in the drone field. During the meeting, Dean Hsu Ching-Hsien and Distinguished Professor Zhan Jing-Yu introduced the research capabilities of Asia University professors to Chairman Li Wei-Hsien, highlighting strengths in AI information and communications and swarm attack-and-defense algorithms. Director of Industry-Academia Collaboration Wang Chao-Neng introduced the medical industry alliance comprising Asia University, Asia University Hospital, and the China Medical University Hospital system, along with numerous partner companies. He stated that Asia University hopes to translate research influence into social influence, creating greater value for society through collaboration with industry.     
Chairman Li Wei-Hsien: Steady Cooperation and Gradual Expansion     
Chairman Li Wei-Hsien welcomed the visit from Asia University and introduced the current development status of Asia Aviation in the drone sector. He pointed out that Asia Aviation's drone products are primarily positioned in the medium and large-sized series, creating a clear distinction from other market competitors. He expressed hope that Asia Aviation and Asia University could first build mutual understanding and begin collaborating from a specific research point, rather than rushing into large-scale cooperation. He suggested starting pragmatically from a single point, then gradually expanding to a line and a plane, eventually achieving comprehensive cooperation.     
Chairman Li also mentioned that Asia Aviation is currently negotiating cooperation with the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST). If the partnership is finalized, Asia Aviation will be responsible for the system assembly of the drones. However, the details of the cooperation are still under negotiation.    
Industry, Academia, and Research Joining Hands to Create the Future     
During the meeting, Distinguished Professor Zhan Jing-Yu introduced Asia University's advantages in drone research to Chairman Li Wei-Hsien, particularly in AI information and communications and swarm attack-and-defense algorithms. He suggested that Asia Aviation could refer to U.S. drone application cases, such as inventory counting in factories or delivery between different sites, to expand the scope of commercial drone applications. Director Wang Chao-Neng stated that he would seek the possibility of a tripartite collaboration between Asia University, Asia Aviation, and NCSIST through the latter to further promote the development of the drone industry.     
Conclusion: Looking Forward to Win-Win Cooperation     
This visit by Asia University to Asia Aviation not only enhanced mutual understanding but also laid the foundation for future collaboration. As an emerging industry, the drone sector possesses broad market prospects and application potential. The cooperation between Asia University and Asia Aviation is expected to achieve significant breakthroughs in drone technology R&D and commercial applications, injecting new vitality into the development of Taiwan's drone industry.     
In the future, as the cooperation between the two parties continues to deepen, it is believed that through the joint efforts of industry, academia, and research, technological innovation and industrial upgrading can be realized, creating greater value for society and achieving the vision of win-win cooperation.