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Smart Skies: How IoT is transforming aircraft maintenance and operations

Aerotime

The system integrates data from aircraft sensors, airline operations, maintenance records and weather reports to provide a holistic view of aircraft performance. For instance, Qantas uses the Airplane Health Management (AHM) system to take predictive maintenance actions that enhance efficiency and lower operating costs.

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Examining over 100 years of flight automation and the history of the autopilot

Aerotime

Nowadays, modern aircraft are equipped with systems that can not only fly the aircraft but can also perform fully automated take-offs and landings and can even provide protection systems in the event of unusual flight situations that threaten the safety of the airplane and its occupants.

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Impact of automation, AI, and emerging technologies on aviation career

Aerotime

AI provides spotters with data on weather and flight plans and general conditions. New technologies can also be used to model more accurate virtual reality simulations for pilots and to develop scenario-based digital learning. Sustainability is becoming a key focus, leading to job opportunities in green aviation technologies.

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Airport Beacons Explained

Pilot Institute

Remote control capabilities could also enable the adjustment of beacon intensity or color patterns in response to changing weather conditions or other factors, providing better guidance to pilots. Common Issues With Airport Beacons Like any piece of technology, airport beacons have their weak points.

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Is Flying in a Plane Safer Than Driving?

Pilot's Life Blog

This focus on excellence ensures our pilots contribute to aviations unparalleled safety record. Advanced Technology and Maintenance Modern aviation technology plays a pivotal role in making flying safer than driving. These technologies help pilots navigate challenging conditions and prevent accidents.

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Training and Safety Tip: Read before flight

AOPA

Your go-to textbook for maneuvers is the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook. Next, get yourself one of those little airplane models to help you visualize what the airplane will be doing in space. Scenario-based modules deliver real-world scenarios and strategies to keep your instruction effective and current.

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Exploring the use of robotics and automation to enhance airport ground handling

Aerotime

Tay said that in times of severe weather, baggage handling is stopped for the safety of airport workers. We’ve been exploring a lot of smart technology options that enable us to continue to run and be operationally efficient without affecting passenger experience due to the weather,” she explained.