An overview: Pilotless systems demand in aviation industry:
- Why? What does the Industry need?
How far we are from achieving the set goals:
*How self-flying passenger jets will be airborne by the 2040s - According to to Forbes
- 2023: Various aircraft manufacturers are working with the FAA on certifying autonomous aircraft.
- 2025-2026: The first self-flying cargo planes will enter civil aviation, sharing the skies with piloted airplanes.
- 2030-2035: Small, self-flying planes will begin carrying passengers on short, regional flights.
- 2040-2050: Larger passenger jets will begin operating without a pilot on the flight.
