Manned vs Unmanned Aircraft

Manned aircraft are vehicles like airplanes and helicopters that carry pilots or crew onboard who control and operate the aircraft directly. Unmanned aircraft, known as drones or UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), fly autonomously or through remote control, without anyone physically present onboard. Manned aircraft are typically used for passenger travel, cargo, or military missions requiring human judgment, while unmanned aircraft are often used for surveillance, research, or delivery, offering advantages like lower risk to human life, cost savings, and access to dangerous or hard-to-reach areas.