Originally Posted by
bedrock
I just finished watching a video of how easy it is to fly the F-35. It takes off by itself, it lands(vertically) nearly by itself, and is operated by a smart phone type interface. The fact is, the skills needed to fly jets are getting simpler. This where global aviation is heading.
Flying any of the 4th generation and above aircraft is fairly easy.
You solo a F/A-18 after 3 flights; operating it as a weapons system is where the skill (and training) comes in.
Post that link though if you would -- I'd like to see it.