The Next Step in Flying: Planes Without Pilots
By Erin Black, CNBC • Updated 2 hours ago Xwing Reliable Robots and Xwing are two Bay Area start-ups working on planes that can fly themselves -- no pilot required. Rather than building new aircraft, both companies have retrofitted Cessna Grand Caravans. The planes can fly autonomously while a remote operator monitors the flight, taking control if needed. Both companies said they are working with major logistics companies to deliver cargo as a first use case once FAA approval happens. Download our mobile app for iOS to get alerts for local breaking news and weather. Xwing too...
Source: nbcphiladelphia.com