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Will self-flying planes transform the skies?

Will self-flying planes transform the skies?
BBC Technology Tuesday 01 September 2026, 23:27 UTC 1 min read
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Autonomous crop-spraying aircraft are leading the way in pilot-free flying.

Autonomous crop-spraying aircraft are leading the way in pilot-free flying.
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