Skyryse says its universal emergency autoland feature can safely land almost any airplane or helicopter with just one tap. [Credit: Skyryse]
Key Takeaways:
Emergency autoland systems are still nascent, particularly for helicopters, but Skyryse is introducing a universal solution designed for all aircraft types.
Skyryse's planned emergency autoland feature is a core component of its SkyOS platform, allowing passengers to initiate an autonomous landing with a single tap in cases of pilot incapacitation.
The SkyOS platform aims to drastically simplify flight controls and provide comprehensive automation, enabling the system to manage the entire landing sequence from navigation to touchdown, significantly enhancing aviation safety.
Though they’ve been around for a few years, emergency autoland systems are still fairly unproven.
Garmin Autoland—which is installed on more than 1,000 aircraft—got its first real-world test just a few months ago, performing admirably as it guided a Beechcraft King Air and its two occupants to safety.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
