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Mrkawfee@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.ml · 2 years ago

Unpowered cargo gliders on tow ropes promise 65% cheaper air freight

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Unpowered cargo gliders on tow ropes promise 65% cheaper air freight

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Mrkawfee@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.ml · 2 years ago
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A West Texas company says it's found a remarkably simple way to slash air cargo costs as much as 65% – by having planes tow autonomous, cargo-carrying gliders behind them, big enough to double, or potentially triple their payload capacity.
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    It’s not a new idea at least, other than the self-landing part. I sincerely hope they will have to employ and pay a proper aircrew to be in charge of a gigantic flying vehicle though.

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      also don’t let Boeing in on the project.

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        Dont let Boeing know you said that, or you may get a “self inflicted” gunshot wound to the head in your car one day

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          it’s ok I kind of have a death wish.

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            Suicide by Boeing

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