Video: Red Bull Pilot Dario Costa on Train Landing

Pilot discusses preparation, precision and challenges of landing on moving train.

Video: Red Bull Pilot Dario Costa on Train Landing
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Key Takeaways:

  • Red Bull pilot Dario Costa and aviation consultant Filipo Barbero discussed the planning and execution of Costa's recent landing and takeoff from a moving train.
  • Their conversation covered the concept's development, technical challenges, and the rigorous preparation process, including modeling, simulation, slow-flight testing, and specialized athlete training for reaction time and spatial awareness.
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Red Bull pilot Dario Costa and aviation consultant Filipo Barbero took some time recently to talk with us about the planning and execution behind Costa’s recent landing and takeoff from a moving train earlier this year in Turkey.

In the interview, Costa describes the concept development and some of the technical challenges associated with the project. He and Barbero also discussed the preparation process leading up to the attempt, including modeling and simulation work, slow-flight testing and even pro-athlete training exercises designed to improve reaction timing and spatial awareness.

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