A humanoid robot capable of flying aircraft is in development by researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST).

Dubbed "Pibot," the humanoid robot, which can be added to various cockpits without modifications, features articulated arms and fingers for interacting with flight controls as well as camera "eyes" for monitoring both the internal and external conditions of the aircraft.

Source: Korea Herald

Further, Pibot is reportedly able to fly just as well as human pilots, thanks in large part to large language models (LLM), like ChatGPT, included in its programming. LLMs enable Pibot to read and understand instructions as well as memorize all the Jeppesen aeronautical navigation charts around the world.

According to its developers, Pibot can, also thanks to LLM, respond quickly in emergency scenarios, generate a secure flight path in real-time and interact with air traffic controllers and cockpit personnel via voice synthesis.

In addition to piloting an airplane, Pibot, which stands at 5.24 ft and weighs 143.3 lbs, may also be able to drive cars, operate tanks and pilot ships in the future. The humanoid pilot robot is expected to be completed by 2026.