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The controversial push for AI single-pilot ops: Airbus vs. Pilot associations

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

At the forefront of this technological push is European aerospace conglomerate Airbus, whose efforts to develop AI-driven cockpit technology have sparked intense opposition from pilot associations worldwide. And bear in mind, if you go to a one-man cockpit, you might as well go to a zero-man cockpit.”

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

Aerotime

APRIL 3, 2025

Even the most automated aircraft, such as the Airbus A350, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, and the F-35 military jet, come with such instruments fitted as standard should an electrical failure affect the more modern cockpit display screens. These systems continue to be fitted in many current today. Has automation gone too far?

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Weight-Shift-Control Cockpit Pilot Stability

Former GlobalX CEO’s new US airline Zoom to operate E-Jets and Airbus A220s

Aerotime

MAY 14, 2024

The former CEO of Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) has named his new US airline Zoom and confirmed that it will launch using a fleet of E-Jets Ed Wegel, now the head of AVi8 Air Capital, announced in a LinkedIn post that Zoom will take flight using a fleet of Embraer E190 and E195 jets before eventually switching to Airbus A220 aircraft. “We

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Behind the scenes at Lilium, the eVTOL firm aiming to change regional air travel

Aerotime

MAY 6, 2024

This sleek, futuristic-looking aircraft, called the Lilium Jet, will be able to carry five people (four passengers and a pilot) over distances of up to 175 kilometers (about 108.74 Borel added that Lilium is looking at many different cities as potential markets for the Lilium Jet. So, how much will it cost to buy a Lilium Jet?

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Jet Approach Cockpit Pilot

Flight Test Files: Grumman F-14 Tomcat

Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 18, 2025

Since the 1940s, Dryden has been a hub for cutting-edge flight testing, contributing significantly to the development of modern aviation technologies. One of the standout aircraft in Drydens research history is the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, a legendary Navy fighter jet that played a key role in two major research programs at the center.

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Horizontal Stabilizer Aileron Tail Airfoil

National Air and Space Museum Prepares for a New Modern Military Aviation Gallery

Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 14, 2025

jet ace, Lebanese-American Major James Jabara). In contrast to other aircraft on display in the Smithsonian, the nose section of this Hornet will be available for visitors to touch and to see the cockpit of a modern strike fighter.

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How F-35 Subcontractor Kopin Projects Information To Pilots On Their Helmets

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Kopins Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) are used in the F-35 fighter jet as well as the CH-47 Chinook and UH-60 Blackhawk. In an October 10 conversation with Simple Flying, Kopin's CEO Michael Murray shared the future of helmet-mounted displays for the military and possibly commercial use.

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A Bristol Bulldog Biplane Fighter is Once Again in the Sky

Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

“Sitting so high up and trying to look down inside the cockpit for the airspeed is nearly impossible. 2B Fighter, a Bulldog Seems Logical Storo enjoyed a long career with FedEx, first flying Falcon jets, then Boeing 727s, and finally DC-10s before retiring in 2004. ” Ed Storos and His Bulldog.

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Stipa-Caproni

Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Now, this might sound familiar, as this very idea that was born in Italy was an inspiration for modern-day jet propulsion. The contract for building Stipa’s design was given to Caproni in 1932, as the Italian government was seeking ways to showcase Italian aviation technology.

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Flight Training vs. University Degree: Which Path is Right for You?

Inflight Pilot Training

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Career Paths and Long-Term Growth Most students pursuing flight training or an aviation degree aim to become airline pilots. However, there are several alternative career paths in aviation. Some pilots choose to fly private jets or chartered flights for businesses and individuals.

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Approach Stability

Bombardier demo flight operations

Professional Pilot

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By Rafael Henrquez Managing Editor Bombardier relies on a team of pilots and cabin experience specialists who demonstrate the latest Bombardier business jets to existing and prospective customers all over the world. Their mission is unique flying some of the most advanced business jets in the world to showcase them to prospective clients.

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Pilot Flight Deck Jet Pilot in Command

Is a Degree Really Needed to Succeed as a Pilot?

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Airlines have shifted their focus toward getting pilots into the cockpit faster, with less emphasis on formal education. Instead of being grounded by circumstances, your education can help you pivot and stay connected to aviation in other meaningful and fulfilling ways. They offer courses that lead directly to the cockpit.

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Pilot Cockpit Approach Air Traffic Control

Why the F15 Fighter Jet Reigns Supreme in Aerial Combat

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 6, 2024

Why the F15 Fighter Jet Reigns Supreme in Aerial Combat Why is the F15 fighter jet considered a legend in aerial combat? This article will explore the key features, technology, and history that make the F-15 unbeatable. Speed and Power With an operational top speed of Mach 2.5,

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Jet Thrust Pilot Cockpit

Ranked: Top 10 fastest fighter jets in the world in 2025

Aerotime

DECEMBER 28, 2024

On paper, the fastest fighter jet of 2025 is the Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-25, which sets a pace of Mach 2.83. In terms of widely-used, theater-ready fighter jets, the F-15 Eagle takes the crown. However, in their day-to-day operations, the jets tend to fly significantly slower. It is followed by its sistership, the MiG-31.

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Jet Knot Pilot Cockpit

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The controversial push for AI single-pilot ops: Airbus vs. Pilot associations

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

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Former GlobalX CEO’s new US airline Zoom to operate E-Jets and Airbus A220s

Behind the scenes at Lilium, the eVTOL firm aiming to change regional air travel

Flight Test Files: Grumman F-14 Tomcat

National Air and Space Museum Prepares for a New Modern Military Aviation Gallery

How F-35 Subcontractor Kopin Projects Information To Pilots On Their Helmets

A Bristol Bulldog Biplane Fighter is Once Again in the Sky

Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Stipa-Caproni

Flight Training vs. University Degree: Which Path is Right for You?

Bombardier demo flight operations

Is a Degree Really Needed to Succeed as a Pilot?

Why the F15 Fighter Jet Reigns Supreme in Aerial Combat

Ranked: Top 10 fastest fighter jets in the world in 2025

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