It is just around the corner…..
05-29-2023 | 05:41 AM
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06-02-2023 | 11:55 AM
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From: Senior Seat Cushion Tester Extraordinaire
https://www.walb.com/video/2023/06/0...ing-car-crash/
Kidding aside, practical and safe flying cars are already here. As with single pilot/pilotless aircraft, the obstacles are mostly regulatory.
I am certain that the same has been said about elevator operators, brakemen and flight engineers.
Kidding aside, practical and safe flying cars are already here. As with single pilot/pilotless aircraft, the obstacles are mostly regulatory.
I am certain that the same has been said about elevator operators, brakemen and flight engineers.
06-02-2023 | 08:24 PM
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Possibly, but it will most likely different. Keeping a human or two (German Wings) has its advantages no doubt. Especially in the realm of insurance and always being able to point a finger at pilot error even if it comes to those piloting from the ground. Bottom line, nothing is absolute other than death and it seems taxes. Long haul will undoubtedly change (4 to 3 or 2 pilots) more rapidly and short domestic jaunts have a few more hurdles, but never discount the tech industry/business driven by the almighty $ while its still worth something.
10-05-2023 | 03:47 PM
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10-14-2023 | 03:26 AM
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The FAA needs to bump the age up to 68, certify certain AMEs the ability to certify over 65 yo pilots, sort of like a special issuance. Restrict to right seat ops, this will be a great tool for the Professional Pilot and Mentoring programs mandated by the FAA and of course you still must pass your annual company checks. Questioning the cognitive skills of a 68 yo shouldnt be the issue when United almost put a 777 in the drink with a brand new CA and FO. Ill take my chances with the old dude, its getting scary out here with the stories being told about new hires and rapid upgrades.
