The Hazards of Going on Autopilot


The Hazards of Going on Autopilot
Automation would prevent mistakes caused by inattention, fatigue, and other human shortcomings, and free people to think about big-picture issues and, therefore, make better strategic decisions. Yet, as automation has increased, human error has not gone away: it remains the leading cause of aviation accidents.

September 5, 2014 at 8:48AM
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