[citation][nom]BeyondAllLimits[/nom]@dogman_1234If you're speaking of the computer that does the driving, then that is what manual mode is for. If it's any of the other computerized systems then the engine may stop working, the transmission may lock into it's current gear (automatic, semi-automatic, and double clutch systems), ABS and/or Traction/Stability control systems may not operate, Climate Control may not operate, etc. Modern cars are far more computerized than you realize.Furthermore, airliners have been able to fly mostly computerized with the pilot there "just in case" for nearly a decade.[/citation]
The issues with computerized flight is, that flying is very complex and a computer cannot make a judgement call when the shit hits the fan. No, you cannot program it to do certain things like what to do if an engine fails. humans should be the ones flying, not be 'just in case' units. That is a very dangerous thing that even the airline industry has failed to realize.
Flying is more complex than you think. If it was not, then everyone would have their own Cessna and or copter and private certificate.
I applaud Google for their innovative style and wish them the best; however, humans will always be the the most powerful computers in the world.