Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has become the first US airport to use autonomous robots with ultraviolet light technology for cleaning.


Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has become the first US airport to use autonomous robots with ultraviolet light technology for cleaning.

The technologies adopted by Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) include disinfection channels, antimicrobial coating and autonomous cleaning robots.

Incheon Airport’s Jungy Han discusses the Smart Airport Team’s ambitious technology plans as well as the COVID-19 Free Airport strategy.

At Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, the Neo robot has been deployed to autonomously clean floors throughout the terminal.
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The European Aviation High Level Group has launched a new report, titled ‘FLY AI’, which aims to “demystify and accelerate” the use of AI in aviation.

McCarran International Airport has announced that it will trial self-driving vehicles to optimise efficient ground transportation in and out of the airport.

Edmonton International Airport has partnered with Drone Delivery Canada to establish the world’s first drone delivery service from an airport.

The hybrid aerial vehicle, trialled at Frankfurt Airport, has been designed to help employees perform status checks in the airport terminal.

KLM’s Director Engineering & Architecture, Daan Debie, explains how the airline uses AI to drive growth, accelerate innovation and streamline operations.

Cebu Pacific has officially launched its online travel assistant, Charlie the Chatbot, to assist customers with pre-flight queries, booking and more.

Frankfurt Airport recently trialled a new self-driving guide robot, called YAPE, to accompany passengers to their gates and help them with their luggage.

Through Bebot travellers can quickly access airport information about shops, restaurants, luggage storage and other available services.

Air Canada has introduced the Artificial Intelligence Labs to deliver on its ambition to leverage AI within its operations and customer experience.
Using artificial intelligence (AI), Aeromexico’s chatbot, Aerobot, will now be able to respond to passengers’ queries about the location of their luggage.

The AI Academy will revolutionise Etihad Airways by upskilling its workforce, optimising operations and creating alternative revenue streams.

The updates to the website and app are aimed at delivering a more seamless, user-friendly experience, from booking to online shopping and customer support.
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