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Reliable Robotics and Xwing making self-flying planes
source link: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/05/15/reliable-robotics-and-xwing-making-self-flying-planes.html
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The next step in flying: Planes without pilots
Published Sat, May 15 20219:30 AM EDTUpdated Sun, May 16 20216:40 PM EDT
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Here’s what it’s like flying in a plane with no pilot
Reliable Robotics and Xwing are two Bay Area start-ups working on planes that can fly themselves -- no pilot required. Rather than building new aircraft, both companies have retrofitted Cessna Grand Caravans. The planes can fly autonomously while a remote operator monitors the flight, taking control if needed.
Both companies said they are working with major logistics companies to deliver cargo as a first use case once FAA approval happens.
Xwing took CNBC up for a test flight where the pilot didn’t touch the controls once. Watch the video to see how the technology works and learn when self-flying planes could become the norm.
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