It is nearly two decades ago that the idea of Free Flight first surfaced in discussions about the future of air traffic management. To put it simply, free flight means an environment in which air traffic control transfers responsibility for separation to the pilots. It may sound outlandish but simulation after simulation has shown that… Continue reading Airbus to trial automated airborne separation. Free Flight… not such a crazy idea after all?
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Free flight…or…Flight of Fancy?
If you utter the words ”free flight” these days, a number of interesting reactions are likely. These can range from blank stares via violent reactions to sad headshaking. On one occasion somebody actually asked me.…”But you still have to pay airport taxes…?” But jokes apart, there are plenty of experts who will remember how much… Continue reading Free flight…or…Flight of Fancy?