A world-first trial has just finished near Christchurch, in which an uncrewed aircraft has safely integrated into controlled airspace, flying among other piloted planes.
A series of test flights with the small craft was a step towards the ultimate goal of commercial autonomous flights.
Catherine MacGowan is the Asia Pacific director for Wisk, a California-based aerospace manufacturer which partnered with the New Zealand government and other aviation groups to carry out the trial.
MacGowan spoke to Corin Dann.
