To date, Auto-GCAS has saved four pilots both in training and combat.

For an average person, about 5G is enough to make him unconscious.

Again at 10,800 feet, one can hear the instructor calling to his student 2 recover.

Watch this F-16 autopilot system save life of an unconscious fighter pilot

I started to roll and started to pull and Im following [the instructor pilot] with my eyes.

The next thing I remember is just waking up and hearing recover.

It happened so fast.

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Usually, most people get tunnel vision that gradually comes in.

Thats what I always get, but that day I didnt get anything.

Auto-GCAS was a joint effort between NASA, the Air Force, and Lockheed Martin.

To date, this technology has saved four pilots lives in training and combat.

Its a huge win and I cant overstate how meaningful it is.

source: www.techworm.net