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Saudi Arabia conducts trial for drone-based postal delivery services, marking a significant milestone in aviation history.

On Thursday, Saudi Arabia trial-ran parcel delivery services, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The test was jointly carried out by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and the Transport General Authority (TGA). Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics Rumaih Al-Rumaih indicated...

Saudi Arabia Trials Delivery of Mail via Drones in Historic Aviation Experiment for the Postal...
Saudi Arabia Trials Delivery of Mail via Drones in Historic Aviation Experiment for the Postal Service

Saudi Arabia conducts trial for drone-based postal delivery services, marking a significant milestone in aviation history.

In a significant step towards digital transformation, the Saudi government authorities executed a test for postal parcel delivery on Thursday. The test, aimed at expanding delivery services, was a collaborative effort between the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and the Transport General Authority (TGA).

The test was designed to develop innovative solutions for delivery, with the use of drones expected to accelerate postal services across the kingdom. Suleiman Al-Muhaimedi, the deputy chief executive officer for aviation safety and environmental sustainability, confirmed the drone delivery trial.

The test is part of the Kingdom's digital transformation initiatives and aligns with rules established by international and regional aviation agencies. GACA has updated executive bylaws for aviation safety in accordance with these standards.

The Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics, Rumaih Al-Rumaih, oversaw the test, ensuring the smooth execution of the trial. The collaboration between GACA and TGA marks a significant milestone in the Kingdom's efforts to modernise its postal services and improve efficiency.

While the leader of GACA who tested postal parcel deliveries was not identified by name in the provided search results, the test is a clear indication of the Saudi government's commitment to adopting cutting-edge technology to enhance its services.

The test took place on Thursday, without specifying the exact date, as the Saudi authorities continue to explore the potential of drone technology in postal parcel delivery services. As the Kingdom continues to digitalise, it is expected that more such trials will be conducted in the future, further revolutionising the way postal services are delivered.

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