UAVs soar, pilot shortages shake flights, airlines launch long‑range jets
TL;DR
* Autonomous aircraft ascend: China’s GJ‑X stealth drone and US Shield AI’s X‑BAT showcase advanced UAV capabilities.
* Runway collision risk heightened: Nice Côte d’Azur incident mirrors earlier near‑misses involving A320s worldwide, prompting re‑review of air‑traffic procedures.
* Crew shortages strain airlines: Delays