A Cirrus Vision jet has been fitted with a trial Safe Return Emergency Autoland system, which allows passengers with no flying experience to safely land the aircraft if the pilot is incapacitated. The system was created by avionics company Garmin, backed by aircraft makers including Cirrus and, and automatically works out a flight plan to the nearest available airport. It also notifies air traffic control and can notify emergency services if necessary. The device, a distinctive red overhead button, is accessible from both pilots and passengers' seats. It can also work in turbo-prop aircraft.
A Cirrus Vision jet has been fitted with a trial Safe Return Emergency Autoland system, which allows passengers with no flying experience to safely land the aircraft if the pilot is incapacitated. The system was created by avionics company Garmin, backed by aircraft makers including Piper and Cirrus, and automatically works out a flight plan to the nearest available airport. It also notifies air traffic control and can notify emergency services if necessary. The device, a distinctive red overhead button, is accessible from both pilots and passengers' seats. It can also work in turbo-prop aircraft.