Super-simplified aircraft promises pilots a car-like flying experience

When it comes to things that have a reputation for being hard to learn, flying an airplane certainly ranks among the hardest. The Airhart Sling could soon change that, however, as it’s designed to radically automate and simplify the flying process.Cont… Continue reading Super-simplified aircraft promises pilots a car-like flying experience

Introducing PIBOT, the world’s first humanoid robot pilot

A team of researchers has developed the world’s first humanoid robot pilot. As well as being able to slide easily into the pilot’s seat and use its hands to flip switches in the cockpit, the robot – called PIBOT – uses AI technology to memorize flight … Continue reading Introducing PIBOT, the world’s first humanoid robot pilot

New study uses fighter pilots to learn how space travel affects the brain

Space travel places great stress on the mind and body. With an eye on its implications for future space travel, a new study out of Belgium is the first to examine how flight that involves exposure to significant changes in g-forces impacts the function… Continue reading New study uses fighter pilots to learn how space travel affects the brain