Hyderabad, Feb. 13 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, February 13, begun mapping air corridors and regulatory framework development for piloted and autonomous flying taxis and cargo drones.

The initiative is a collaboration between the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), which includes the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and ASPIRE. The goal is to integrate air mobility solutions into the nation's transport network.

The mapping and regulatory process are expected to be completed within 20 months.

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the GCAA, stated, "Air corridor mapping for piloted and autonomous air taxis and drones is a crucial milestone that will e...