China Grants Commercial Licenses for Autonomous Passenger Drones, Marking Key Aviation Milestone

China Grants Commercial Licenses for Autonomous Passenger Drones, Marking Key Aviation Milestone

China Grants Commercial Licenses for Autonomous Passenger Drones, Marking Key Aviation Milestone China has taken a significant step in advanced aviation by granting commercial operating licenses to two domestic companies for autonomous passenger drones , according to announcements linked to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) . The approval allows the companies to operate pilotless aerial vehicles designed to transport passengers, under regulated commercial conditions. Regulatory Approval by CAAC The licenses were issued by the CAAC after evaluating safety standards, flight control systems, and operational readiness. This marks the first time China has formally authorised autonomous aerial vehicles for commercial passenger use. Aviation authorities clarified that the approval applies to defined routes, altitude limits, and controlled operating environments, rather than unrestricted public airspace use. What Are Autonomous Passenger Drones? Aut…