While a world filled with AI and robots may still seem like a distant future, the reality is that they have already become an integral part of various industries, aviation included. According to Jo Alex Tanem, CEO of Nordic Dino Robotics AB, the company behind the innovative Nordic Dino system for cleaning aircraft exteriors, as technology continues to advance, robots are making their presence felt in several areas of aviation, from pilotless planes to ground handling and even passenger service.
“Robot pilots and pilotless planes are no longer the stuff of science fiction,” Jo Alex Tanem says. “With advancements in artificial intelligence and automation, the aviation industry is exploring the concept of autonomous aircraft. These pilotless planes rely on sophisticated robotic systems that can control flight operations and make real-time decisions based on complex algorithms. While the idea of a plane flying without human pilots may raise concerns, such systems can even enhance safety and efficiency by eliminating human errors and fatigue-related risks.”