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Old 05-08-08, 10:25 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by Platapus
Most drivers in my area have a hard time navigating in two dimensions, no less three.

I remember getting my license back in the 8o's. There was a lot to learn and keep in your head. Frankly I don't think too many average drivers could handle the studies.
I think as the article suggests, flying these things will NOT actually be like piloting - it's supposed to be heavily computer-assisted, and less complicated than driving a car.

In 20 years from now, I could see that happening. Realistically speaking, we already have capable-enough autopilot AI, just that it needs to be proved more reliable.
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