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A US-based robotics company just carried out the successful flight of a Cessna 208B Caravan cargo aeroplane with no crew on board. The company used their 'Reliable autonomous flight system' that allows the aircraft to be remotely operated by a pilot on the ground, and they're now aiming to fully automate the aeroplane to handle taxiing, takeoff, and landing all by its lonesome self.
“Textron Aviation is committed to delivering continuous aviation improvements and our relationship with Reliable Robotics advances this work,” said Chris Hearne, senior vice president of engineering and programmes, Textron Aviation. “Reliable’s successful flight of an uncrewed Cessna 208 Caravan represents a milestone for the industry in bringing new technology to aviation.
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