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Airlines want the next Boeing jet with one pilot in the cockpit
**Chicago, Illinois - Research suggests the airlines would like to see the next Boeing aircraft to be designed for only one pilot in the cockpit.** Last year, rumors surged around that Boeing manufacturer would announce its new aircraft program intended for MoM (Middle of Market) at the Paris Air Show this year. (airlinerwatch.com) और अधिक...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
The airlines might like it, but what about the people paying for the ride?
One pilot instead of two? Cut fares in half, and no problem. :-)
I do not think the public or companies are sold on single pilot operation. First it is a fools dream to think we are technically advanced. Second, two pilots give you crew redundancy and the more eyes in a cockpit offers crew coordination enhances safety. Single pilot operation in light twins is common but not necessarily safer.
Cansor,,,I so much agree with you on this subjest. I just do not trust present technology enough to control an a/c(pax or cargo) with one 'driver at the 'wheel'. Just my thoughts.
Thanks!
What happens when the single pilot is incapacitated or falls sick in flight?
Simple - OTTO - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IS6DEUZ_gs
There still are two pilots - just one remains on the ground with equal capability - a survivor in every crash.