Pilot Emergency Triage Agent

Inspiration

Pilots need instant access to emergency procedures during critical situations. Traditional paper checklists are slow when every second counts.

What it does

Instant Emergency Assistance: AI-powered responses using RAG over aviation documentation Semantic Search: Find relevant procedures across multiple aviation manuals Real-time Chat: Interactive conversation with emergency procedures and checklists Quick Setup: Get started in seconds with minimal configuration

How we built it

Backend: Python with OpenAI API for vector stores and Groq for fast AI inference Frontend: Streamlit with Vercel-inspired minimalistic design RAG Pipeline: Semantic search over aviation PDFs using OpenAI embeddings Architecture: Modular design with separate core logic and UI components

Challenges we ran into

Large File Uploads: Aviation PDFs are massive (45K+ lines), causing long setup times Real-time Requirements: Pilots need instant responses during emergencies Document Processing: Converting complex aviation manuals into searchable vectors

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Sub-second Response Times: AI responses in under 1 second using Groq Smart Upload System: Quick setup with 2 files, background processing for the rest Minimalistic Design: Clean, professional interface without visual distractions Modular Architecture: Easy to extend and maintain

What we learned

RAG Optimization: Vector store setup can be optimized for immediate functionality User Experience: Emergency tools need to be fast, not just feature-rich Document Processing: Large PDFs require smart chunking and background processing

What's next for Pilot Emergency Triage Agent

Voice Interface: Hands-free operation for cockpit use Real-time Weather Integration: Live weather data for emergency procedures Multi-language Support: International aviation procedures Mobile App: Native iOS/Android for better cockpit integration

Built With

• groq
• openai
• python