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Pilotless: This Is Your Robot Speaking

Flying Magazine

Pilotless cargo carriers are being developed. 2 engine had destroyed all three of the airplane’s hydraulic systems, disabling its flight controls. Kneeling on the floor, he controlled the airplane by manipulating the thurst of the two remaining engines. Flying an airplane is largely a rule-based activity.

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PMDG DC-6 Cloudmaster Provides Radial Engine Thrill

Flying Magazine

For this year’s Ultimate Issue, I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone into an airplane worthy of the Ultimate title. Zooming onto the aluminum skin of the DC-6 reveals that no pitot tube, landing gear strut, or antenna detail was ignored in its construction. One can dream and prepare, right?

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Gear to Buy When Purchasing a Plane

Plane and Pilot

Buying an airplane for the first time is an exciting milestone for any pilot. As a first-time aircraft owner, there is a lot to learn about the process of buying and maintaining an airplane. With all of the time youll log in your new airplane, youll want to make sure your headset is both functional and comfortable.

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Two injured as Southwest Airlines flight dives to avert a ‘midair collision’ (click photo for details)

World Airline News

I have been photographing airplanes since 1965. June 21, 2025 Kalitta Air’s Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter, registered N780CK, is part of a groundbreaking new chapter in large twin-engine cargo aircraft. About Bruce Drum I have started the ultimate digital photo library of the fascinating world of airliners and airlines. 27 Fokker F.28

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Transavia Netherlands takes delivery of a new Airbus A321neo in its original 1966 Transavia Holland livery to mark its 60th anniversary

World Airline News

I have been photographing airplanes since 1965. June 21, 2025 Kalitta Air’s Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter, registered N780CK, is part of a groundbreaking new chapter in large twin-engine cargo aircraft. About Bruce Drum I have started the ultimate digital photo library of the fascinating world of airliners and airlines. 27 Fokker F.28

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Coming Soon in Atlanta

World Airline News

I have been photographing airplanes since 1965. Air China Cargo added a new cargo route on June 3 from Guangzhou to Glasgow Prestwick Airport. About Bruce Drum I have started the ultimate digital photo library of the fascinating world of airliners and airlines. Join us in this adventure. to 2:00 a.m., 104 Dove de Havilland DH.114