AI is playing an increasingly pivotal role in air transport, with nearly 90% of companies developing or deploying such technology. A number of AI-based solutions are currently being used by airlines and airports in areas such as fuel optimisation, air traffic control, in-flight services, and vehicle maintenance.
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Jul
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The concept of flying cars has long captivated our collective imagination, from the pages of science fiction novels to the silver screen. Now, as we stand on the precipice of a technological revolution, the dream of personal aerial vehicles is poised to become a reality. But the true game-changer lies not just in the ability to take to the skies, but in the prospect of doing so autonomously.
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Jun
Jun
The advent of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft has stirred significant interest in the aviation and urban mobility sectors. As technology progresses, the conversation is increasingly turning towards the potential for autonomous eVTOLs. This article explores the feasibility of autonomous eVTOLs, the regulatory landscape shaping their future, and the challenges and opportunities they present.
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Jan
Jan
The landscape of aviation is undergoing a monumental shift with the advent of autonomous flight technologies. This transition marks a new era in aviation, where the boundaries of innovation are constantly being redefined. Companies like Rotor Technologies are at the forefront of this change, retrofitting traditional helicopters with autonomous flight controls.
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Jan
Jan
In the burgeoning field of urban air mobility, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing vehicles) heralds a transformative era. These aircraft, poised to redefine urban transportation, are not mere figments of futuristic imagination but tangible manifestations of advanced technology. AI’s role is multifaceted, underpinning crucial aspects such as navigation, obstacle avoidance, and split-second decision making.
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Jun
Airbus, a leading global player in the aerospace sector, has launched a revolutionary step in airplane automation. The company’s experimentation with an Airbus A350-1000 aircraft has produced a system that doesn’t merely control the plane, but communicates in human speech with air traffic controllers. The project, termed DragonFly, has propelled Airbus into a new era of technology and has transformed the traditional understanding of air travel.