Apr 20, 2026 11:38 AM
A Boeing flight control system enabled a CH-47F Chinook helicopter to complete a landing with no pilot input needed during a recent flight test.
A Boeing flight control system enabled a CH-47F Chinook helicopter to complete a landing with no pilot input needed during a recent flight test.
The aerospace firm used its Digital Automated Flight Control System (DAFCS) software to help the heavy-lift aircraft touch down on all wheels without the usual manual control for the first time.
DAFCS is designed to enable automated tactical approaches aligned with pilot preferences, improving flexibility and overall operational capability.
Read the full story on NextGen Defense: CH-47F Chinook Achieves First Pilot-Free Landing With Boeing Control System
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