Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Seeks to Revolutionize General Aviation with Automation

Skytron, a fly-by-wire aircraft designed by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Greg Mercer, aims to revolutionize general aviation with automation and reduced pilot workload. The aircraft features twin Rotax 916iS engines and is targeted at owner-pilots and professionals drawn to high-performance personal aircraft. With a focus on safety and automation, Skytron seeks to shorten the path from zero experience to safe, confident flight. Pricing and certification timelines have not been announced.