Cockpit software helps pilots land in bad weather

December 16, 2011  |  Length: 00:02:48

Honeywell is developing software that could help pilots with low-visibility landings. The new technology combines infrared imaging with 3D ground-terrain mapping to give pilots a clearer view of the runways from the cockpit. SmartPlanet's Sumi Das gets a demo of the technology from Honeywell Chief Test Pilot Jary Engels.

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