Abu Dhabi has unveiled a jet-powered firefighting drone to speed up emergency response and reach areas inaccessible to human crew.
Making the announcement during Expo 2025 in Japan, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said 'Suhail' is equipped with smart systems and its jet power allows for rapid deployment and precise navigation in high-risk environment.
The drone also integrates laser imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology, which allows it to "see" in 3D. This enables Suhail to map surroundings, identify hazards and navigate through smoke-filled areas with enhanced situational awareness.
مسؤولون في هيئة أبوظبي للدفاع المدني يتحدثون عن الطائرة المسيّرة "سهيل"، الأولى من نوعها في العالم التي تعمل بمحركات دفع نفاثة، التي كشفت عنها الهيئة خلال معرض إكسبو 2025 في اليابان، ويسلطون الضوء على ريادة #أبوظبي في مجالات السلامة العامة. pic.twitter.com/5WwUeQ7M6e
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) May 28, 2025

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