The research team of the Korean Institute of Advanced Science and Technology has developed the world's first pilot robot, called PIBOT. This robot is actually more like a "robotic arm" and can adapt to traditional aircraft cockpit environments. It can automatically control the joystick, toggle switches in the cockpit, and use built-in AI models to execute flight charts and a series of emergency procedures. David Hyunchul Shim, who led the PIBOT project, said, "The biggest advantage of PIBOT robots is that they can be used in existing aircraft cabins without the need for modification, and have strong universality and practicality. Researchers have stated that another advantage of the robot is its integration with ChatGPT technology, which allows it to remember Jefferson aviation navigation maps from around the world. In addition, the robot is also quite familiar with the flight industry's Quick Reference Manual (QRH), which includes all programs applicable to "abnormal and emergency situations (such as power outages or system failures)". Therefore, researchers believe that these abilities can enable PIBOT robots to respond to various emergency situations faster than human pilots. However, IT Home noticed that PIBOT has not yet undergone actual hardware testing. Officials claim that the robot has only been tested for "taxiing, takeoff, cruising, cycling, and landing capabilities" on flight simulators. Researchers claim that they plan to test the robot on real-world light aircraft soon. David Hyunchul Shim stated that the PIBOT robot is expected to enter the commercialization stage in 2026. He also stated, "We hope that in the future, the robot can not only control airplanes, but also vehicles such as cars, using the lowest cost to achieve the highest efficiency