New Research and Technologies Fuel Single-Pilot Operations Debate

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While Airbus is making progress in reduced-crew operations technology, human performance is being reassessed.
Credit: S. Ramadier/Airbus
The reduction in cockpit crewmembers has long seemed inevitable. But the divergent view that a minimum of two human beings should remain on the flight deck is gaining traction. Bolstered by recent research, some safety experts are now more comfortable with that conclusion or at least urge further...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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