The global fourth-level autonomous driving software company ADASTEC, in collaboration with Turkish Airlines, Istanbul New Airport and Karsan vehicle manufacturer, successfully completed the practical demonstration of Karsan autonomous e-ATAK shuttle vehicle in the real aircraft parking area traffic environment at the airport. The vehicle traveled a 11-kilometer route, simulating two operational scenarios: crew commuting and crew going to the parking position. It performed stably in complex mixed traffic and successfully completed lane changes and precise navigation operations. This test, following the pilot program at Frankfurt Airport, further verified the safety, efficiency and practicality of SAE 4-level autonomous driving technology in high-demand airport scenarios. Facing multiple pressures such as hub airport operation, cost and sustainable development, this technology has met the conditions for implementation and will promote the transformation of aviation ground operations towa
On June 7, 2026, a storm occurred at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Strong winds blew away the ladders, supports and other ground support equipment at the parking area of Terminal 2, causing damage to three narrow-body Indian Airlines aircraft. At the time of the incident, there were no passengers on board and no one was injured. The affected aircraft have all been grounded for maintenance. Currently, two Airbus A320 passenger planes are expected to resume flights soon, while the other one needs to continue repairs. The ownership of the involved equipment is in dispute. Indigo Airlines denies the relevant claims. It is reported that the airport and the airline did not anticipate this storm. This claim has not been confirmed by the civil aviation department yet, and Indian Airlines has not released the complete damage situation either.
DNATA has reached an agreement with the Silk Way Group to provide ground services for the latter's two weekly cargo flights. The annual cargo and mail handling volume is expected to exceed 15,000 tons, covering general goods, temperature-sensitive goods, and special goods. Tom Alwyn-Jones, the managing director of DNATA in Singapore, stated that this reflects its operational strength in Singapore and it will focus on ensuring aircraft turnaround and service levels. Onno Pietersma, the chief operating officer of Silk Way West Airlines, believes that DNATA's ground support will help maintain high operational standards. Currently, DNATA's annual handling volume in Singapore is approximately 250,000 tons.
The British drone consulting firm Drone Major has formed a partnership with the defense photonics technology company olee.space, launching the first fiber laser anti-drone system. They have also obtained the exclusive operation and sales rights for this technology in the markets of the UK, the US, and the European Union. This system can intercept intruding drones within 3 seconds and over a maximum range of 6 kilometers. The cost of a single interception is less than 1 pound, it is compatible with various detection devices, has no collateral damage, and has passed multiple field tests. This technology will significantly enhance the UK's anti-drone capabilities, ensuring the security of key national infrastructures such as airports, energy facilities, military and police forces, and borders. At the same time, it will promote the manufacturing capabilities and supply chain development of related local industries in the UK, effectively responding to the low-cost drone swarm threats that t
