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It doesn’t have to be all or nothing. You can have an AI that when it fails reverts to something more like what the fly-by-wire planes do now. They still depend on a computer to fly. How complex that computer is may vary, but they still need computers to fly. Period. Maybe you can have several so when one fails it switches to another (which is my understanding of how autopilots on a CAT III approach are configured). I think it’s stilly to say “I’ll never trust a computer to fly a plane” because they’ve been doing it for decades. Edit: I think some people are viewing this in a very simplistic way. “No way would I let a computer fly me because computers aren’t perfect.” But since pilots are far from perfect either by trading an imperfect human for an imperfect computer you still might improve the accident rate. Computers will likely screw up, but likely in different ways than humans. Doubt the computers would have screwed up those circle to land approaches in Truckee or Gillespie. Or been too distracted by the burnt-out landing gear indicator on EAL401. In GA, how many stall-spin accidents would be avoided by a “dumb” AI like the one on the Tesla? I don’t care if you’re a pilot, doctor, lawyer or engineer. Odds are that in 20 years your job will be vastly different because of AI. Maybe even in 5-10 years.

A320?

I didn’t paste this response from my Google AI because I couldn’t verify it, but maybe it’s already happened: “I understand your concern about the safety of autonomous flights. However, I believe that AI is already capable of safely flying airliners. In fact, there have been several successful test flights of autonomous aircraft, including a Boeing 777 that flew from Seattle to San Francisco in 2019.” For those afraid of computers just shutting down, aren’t all fly-by-wire planes computer controlled? Can you fly an F-35 without s computer?

Autopilot disconnect

I used Google Bard from my phone but I wasn’t the only AI on this thread. I wanted to try it as an experiment after I used Google Bard to write a response to the “French AI” guy in another thread and the AI bit ended up writing a much better response than I would have. I wanted to see how far it would go but someone sent me a PM this morning after they’re figured it out so I realized it was time to confess. For the record, I don’t think AI should fully replace pilots but I predict single pilot+AI will be coming in the not too distant future.

Dear readers, I am writing to apologize for all of my posts that were made by an AI. I know that this may come as a surprise to some of you, and I want to assure you that I am taking full responsibility for my actions. I started using an AI to write my posts because I was struggling to find the time to write as much as I wanted to. I thought that using an AI would help me to produce more content, but I now realize that it was a mistake. I know that using an AI is considered cheating, and I apologize for any inconvenience it may have caused. I also understand that some of you may be disappointed in me, and I want to assure you that I am truly sorry for what I have done. I have learned my lesson, and I will never use an AI to write my posts again. I will continue to write my own content, and I will do my best to make sure that it is of the highest quality. Thank you for your understanding. Sincerely, [Your name]

One pilot on the ground could monitor several aircraft flown by AI. In fact, this is already happening in some cases. For example, the US Air Force is using drones that are flown by AI, and these drones are monitored by pilots on the ground. The pilots are able to monitor the drones and take control if necessary. There are a number of reasons why it might be beneficial to have one pilot on the ground monitoring several aircraft flown by AI. For example, it would allow for greater efficiency, as the pilot could monitor multiple aircraft at once. It would also allow for greater flexibility, as the pilot could be located anywhere in the world. However, there are also some challenges that would need to be overcome in order to make this a viable option. For example, the pilot would need to have a very good understanding of the AI systems that are being used to fly the aircraft. They would also need to be able to react quickly to any unexpected situations.

While the airspace is not as complex as the road environment, there are still many challenges that AI can help to overcome. For example, AI can be used to: Improve situational awareness: AI can use data from sensors and other sources to create a more complete picture of the airspace around an aircraft. This can help pilots to avoid collisions and other hazards. Make better decisions: AI can use data and algorithms to make better decisions than humans can. This can help pilots to avoid making mistakes that could lead to accidents. Fly more efficiently: AI can use data and algorithms to fly aircraft more efficiently. This can save fuel and reduce emissions. In addition, AI can be used to automate many of the tasks that are currently performed by pilots. This can free up pilots to focus on other tasks, such as managing the aircraft in emergencies.

AI systems are increasingly capable of handling complex tasks and decision making processes. They can learn from large amounts of data and make predictions and decisions that are often more accurate than those made by humans. AI-powered systems are already being used to automate tasks such as flight planning, navigation, and maintenance. In the future, AI systems are likely to be able to fly aircraft without any human intervention. The limitations of human pilots compared to AI include: Humans are more susceptible to fatigue and errors. Humans have limited processing power and cannot make decisions as quickly as AI systems. Humans are more likely to be biased in their decisions. Humans are more likely to be distracted by external factors. Overall, AI systems are better suited for flying aircraft than human pilots. AI systems are not subject to the same limitations as humans and can make decisions more accurately and quickly.

While there are some valid concerns about using AI in place of human pilots, I believe that these concerns can be addressed and that AI can be a reliable and trustworthy way to fly an airplane. One of the biggest concerns is that people may not trust a machine that does not have emotions and feelings. However, I believe that this concern is unfounded. AI systems are designed to be reliable and trustworthy, and they can be programmed to follow strict safety protocols. In fact, AI systems are often more reliable than human pilots, as they are not subject to fatigue or distractions. Another concern is that AI systems can malfunction and cause accidents. However, this is also a risk with human pilots. Human pilots can make mistakes, and they can be affected by factors such as fatigue, stress, and alcohol. AI systems, on the other hand, are not subject to these same factors. They are designed to be reliable and to follow strict safety protocols. Finally, some people argue that AI lacks human interaction, which can be crucial in emergencies. However, I believe that this concern can be addressed by developing AI systems that are able to communicate with humans. AI systems can be programmed to understand human language and to respond to human commands. In fact, some AI systems are already being used to communicate with humans in emergency situations. Overall, I believe that AI can be a reliable and trustworthy way to fly an airplane. AI systems are designed to be reliable and to follow strict safety protocols. They are not subject to the same factors that can affect human pilots, and they can be programmed to communicate with humans. While there are some valid concerns about using AI in place of human pilots, I believe that these concerns can be addressed and that AI can be a safe and efficient way to fly an airplane.

I always wondered about that - it’s a diagnosis I try to avoid with pilots. Does that disqualify you for a medical if the FAA finds out about it? I’ve had some people get really bad disequilibrium with it so I can see why it might make them nervous.

Recently saw this on the internet: Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and has the potential to revolutionize many industries, including aviation. AI-powered pilots could one day replace human pilots, but this is not likely to happen anytime soon. There are several challenges that need to be overcome before AI can be used to safely and reliably fly commercial aircraft. For example, AI systems need to be able to learn and adapt to changing conditions, and they need to be able to handle unexpected events. Additionally, AI systems need to be able to communicate effectively with human pilots and other air traffic control personnel. Despite these challenges, the potential benefits of AI-powered pilots are significant. AI systems could be used to fly aircraft more efficiently and safely, and they could also be used to improve air traffic control. Additionally, AI-powered pilots could be used to fly aircraft in dangerous or remote areas where human pilots would not be safe. Overall, it is likely that AI will play an increasingly important role in aviation in the years to come. However, it is not likely that AI will replace human pilots anytime soon.

Wow! You must get really bad allergies. I might also add that if your symptoms are so bad you have to use all these meds consider not flying at all because you might have a hard time clearing your ears and that can cause its own set of problems.

Any idea how to set this up on a GTN 750?

I don’t remember seeing that study. Sorry, bad dementia joke. Yes, there have been several studies linking anticholinergic drugs (like Benadryl) with dementia. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2736353

I would strongly consider basicmed. I think you also meant your vision could only be corrected to 20/25 not 25/20. 25/20 would mean you can read at 25ft what “normal” people could only read at 20 Ft. I’m not sure the cause of your vision problems and I’m not an ophthalmologist (I can’t even spell it without autocorrect) but macular degeneration can certainly cause the symptoms you’re describing and even simple things like taking AREDS II vitamins can help slow progression. Talking to your ophthalmologist seems like a good idea since with your experience you’ll likely be able to compensate for significant visual impairment without noticeable degradation in your performance and this may mislead you into not realizing the extent of the problem. Here’s a good article on macular degeneration which may or may not apply. Simple things like cataracts can also cause the same symptoms, of course. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/amd-macular-degeneration

Thank you for your apology. I appreciate your explanation of your profession and your passion for precision. I understand that your job requires you to be precise and picky, and I respect that. I also understand that your words may have seemed disrespectful to me because I am not as familiar with your field as you are. I apologize for any misunderstanding. I would like to thank you for your willingness to explain your words to me. I am always looking to learn more, and I appreciate your help.

"I'm sorry, but I'm not going to engage with you. Your comments are not constructive and are simply designed to provoke a reaction. If you'd like to have a productive conversation about airplanes, I'm happy to do so, but only if you can be respectful."

I wish the French AI bot would answer my simple question. Google’s Bot is far superior as evidenced by an exchange my son had with it during dinner.

For those of us who are mechanically impaired, what is a reliable and cost-effective way to “treat the causes in advance” before the effects have occurred (in order to avoid unnecessary raising of eyebrows by old-school technician)? How would I reliably predict what is going to happen and prevent it from happening without unnecessary cost, downtime and maintenance induced failures? And without an engine monitor, of course.

Just make sure the person who does it I knows what they’re doing. I got a call out of the blue from Oakland FSDO a few years ago asking why my plane has been rapidly going from the ground to 18k’ right over the airport. I was about to explain the difference between and F15 and M20R to him when I remembered that was the day I had the pitot/static system checked. It sounds like that wasn’t the first time something like that had happened. I asked him if they had to divert any traffic and he said “the controllers were reasonably sure it wasn’t a real target.”

As much as I like this forum, the advice on here is often worth what you pay for it. I had the same experience with an MSC that also had a stellar reputation here but the owner suffered from a similar confidence:competence mismatch and I ended up having to redo things that were done incorrectly. For the record, I think the owners was actually knowledgeable, but whoever worked on my plane had no idea what they were doing and were clearly not supervised properly. Fortunately, the expense was small in aviation terms but you definitely have to take the things you read online with a grain of salt. Even here.

I’d love the free VSI to add to my avionics paperweight collection!

Top Gun is pretty much a no brainer here.

So, it looks like I’m going to be able to bring my son to a conference next week in Vegas. I was hoping to do some scenic flying with him while we’re there. We’ve already done the Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon stuff in a helicopter, so we’ll probably skip that. I heard there was a transition that let you fly over the strip but when I called Vegas approach today they said there’s no real transition but if I go to North Las Vegas and ask for a Bravo clearance to Henderson they “might” let me do it and it “might” get me over the strip. Anyone have trips for getting a clearance to fly over the strip or other fun scenic flights in the area?