Texas-based startup Aerolane, led by ex-Amazon & BNSF Railway execs, tests towing engineless cargo gliders with small freighter planes to double air cargo capacity and reduce emissions for e-commerce'

Texas-based startup Aerolane, founded by ex-Amazon & BNSF Railway execs, is testing a concept to double air cargo capacity by towing engineless cargo gliders with small freighter planes. The company, working on FAA approval, aims to capitalize on e-commerce's fast delivery demands and reduce emissions, making air freight competitive with trucks. With potential 65% fuel savings, the glider-towing system could benefit from RedBlue Capital & Boeing's Dennis Muilenburg's investment.