In a groundbreaking development, Reliable Robotics, a leading company in autonomous aviation, has successfully flown a cargo plane without a pilot onboard. The historic flight took place in November, lasting approximately 12 minutes and covering a distance of 50 miles. The single-engine aircraft took off from Hollister Airport in Northern California and was controlled remotely via satellite signals.
Unlike traditional autopilot systems, the certified pilot does not control the aircraft in real time or receive live visuals. Instead, they send commands to the plane, which navigates independently based on its location. The company's CEO clarifies that this is not a video game and emphasizes the absence of a joystick in the control process.
