Intelligent planes that are propelled into the air, flock in formation and fly 'express skyways' could cut time, delays, stress and emissions, according to Airbus experts.

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Part of the vision calls for flying jets in the same formation as a flock of birds, which would reduce energy use and carbon emissions.

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