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On Wed, 19 May 2004 at 16:25:42 in message
, Bill-R wrote: The more I think about this question, and it is certainly not a ridiculous question, I recall Boeing doing tests on jets going back to the 707 days with complete ground control via remote, so that they can crash test the planes. So its been around and its been used and if it were implemented in civil aircraft then it would be a bonus. Maybe it has been the cost factor over the years why it hasnt been done, but I dont think it would be technologically difficult to do it. Remotely piloted full size aircraft go back years - certainly before WW2. Everyone who has flown a radio control model has done it. However the philosophical, psychological and safety aspects on doing this with civil airliners is immense. There are problems of range, control methods at distances and not least the danger that a system that involved the possibility of remote compulsory take over seems, on the face of it, something that might get a lot of attention from hi-jackers. No need to risk their lives or commit suicide - they might just take over a ground station or kidnap someone who knew the right codes and use their own equipment. I can see even more possibilities for concern. -- David CL Francis |
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