Cathay and Airbus working on single pilot ops for long-haul cruise

Reuters is reporting that Cathay Pacific Airways is working with Airbus to introduce “reduced crew” long-haul flights with a sole pilot in the cockpit much of the time.

Known within Airbus as Project Connect, Reuters says it aims to certify the A350 for single-pilot operations during the high-altitude cruise part of the flight, from 2025 on Cathay passenger flights.

The move promises significant savings for airlines with long-haul flights to carry two crews – four read more ⇒

Source:: AirlineRatings.Com

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