Originally Posted by
Adlerdriver
No - here's what you've posted in this thread:
It wasn't just about automating a flight deck. You've claimed we're going to be single pilot in 10 years. But you have nothing to back that up other than the technology exists. Pretty tough to connect those dots when one actually starts looking at reality.
Yup - 10+ million per mod. 3 crew down to 2 (which matches the rest of the industry). Not that same as 2 down to 1.
You've been telling us all how easy this is and it's coming in 10 years. But, you have yet to answer any of the "reality check" questions I asked you or tell us who is going to pay for this and why they would do that, given the current state of technology and the cost involved versus the benefit.
We're still waiting.
Jesus dude it's a prediction it's impossible to "back it up". What are you looking for, a magic 8 ball reading? Pull that stick out and loosen up. My point was to bring the tech into the forefront, and show that no, you don't need a special new airframe to make this stuff work. It exists, it works, and it will be impacting our careers in the future. None of what you've suggested will nix single pilot.