Travis Mason

Merlin Aero

Travis Mason is the Chief Policy Officer for Merlin Labs, a Boston-based developer of autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft. In his role, Travis leads a team of engineers and regulatory experts, ensuring that the company's innovative technologies meet rigorous safety standards. With a background at Airbus and Google, he has extensive experience in solving policy and regulatory challenges for autonomous systems, including urban air mobility and delivery drones.

Travis is a graduate of Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, where he honed his skills in political science and policy studies. He is a recognized leader in the field, having delivered the keynote address at the launch of the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute (ASPI) in 2019. Passionate about cultural renewal, he continues to be a key figure in shaping the future of autonomous technologies and their regulatory frameworks.