A Father's Gift: A Thrilling Plane Ride in the Mojave Desert
A father shares his passion for aviation with his son, allowing him to take the controls of a small plane and experience the joy of flight.
Virtual Co-Pilot: Enhancing Single Pilot Operations with Multimodal Large Language Model
Development of a Virtual Co-Pilot using a large language model to enhance single pilot operations in aviation.
The Tragic Crash of UPS Airlines Flight 6: Lithium Battery Fire Disaster
Lithium battery fires pose a significant hazard to air cargo, as demonstrated by the tragic crash of UPS Airlines Flight 6 due to a fire on board.
The Tragic Crash of Pakistan International Airlines Flight 8303: A Detailed Analysis
Negligence and institutional failures led to the tragic crash of PIA Flight 8303.
TartanAviation: Multi-Modal Dataset for Terminal Airspace Operations
TartanAviation introduces a multi-modal dataset focusing on terminal-area airspace operations, providing diverse data for AI integration into air traffic control systems. The author's main thesis is to enhance the understanding of aircraft operations through a comprehensive dataset, enabling advancements in AI and machine learning technologies for air traffic management.
The Unprecedented Hijacking of a Commercial Airplane
The author presents the story of Richard "Beebo" Russell, who stole and flew a commercial airplane, highlighting the gaps in airport security protocols and the tragic outcome of his actions.
Optimizing Airport Take-off and Landing with Genetic Algorithms
This research introduces a genetic algorithm-based method to minimize pollution from aircraft operations during take-off and landing, focusing on gate allocation and runway scheduling simultaneously.
The Challenges of Making Air Travel Environmentally Friendly
The author discusses the challenges and slow progress in making air travel environmentally friendly, highlighting the technological limitations and ethical considerations surrounding the aviation industry's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
Effects of Planned Cockpit Rest on Crew Performance in Long-Haul Operations
The author argues that planned cockpit rest positively impacts crew performance and alertness during long-haul flights, enhancing overall safety and efficiency.