How will these UAVs taxi around ORD, JFK, ATL, etc? What about departing off RWY 1 in DCA? Does the CIA want drones flying around the White House? How are engine failures indicated? Will it be detected quickly enough at a airport like DCA? What about security issues? How will we protect airplanes against that?
And who will pay for it all? Can our current airspace system handle UAV airliners? What about lawyers? Can we convince lawyers that liability costs wouldn't be through the roof?
Johnso,
All good questions, & I will answer each when opportunity permits. I'm posting via iPhone on Interstate, so my thoughtful response will be slightly delayed.
Drive safe,
GJ