The world’s first two-way medical drone logistics network in Vanuatu
The Government of Vanuatu—supported by UNICEF and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s innovationXchange—awarded Kite Aero the world’s first commercial contract to provide medical drone logistics services.
The purpose of these services was to support “last mile” vaccine delivery for the 20% of children living on remote islands without reliable access to vaccines. Using our Kookaburra aircraft, Kite Aero became the world’s first provider of a drone-based vaccine delivery service.
The network success
70+
Operational flights conducted.
25+ kg
of high-value medical supplies delivered.
Approved
and assessed for BVLOS flights under CAA-NZ Part 102 requirements.
Life Saving
emergency deliveries of Oxytocin were made to mothers experiencing postpartum haemorrhage.
Continuing our work in Vanuatu
By demonstrating a high level of aviation operations maturity, we were granted nine operational approvals from CAAV. This enabled autonomous aircraft flights in integrated airspace, servicing every village without restriction.
Creating vibrant community ownership and pride
By demonstrating a high level of aviation operations maturity, we were granted nine operational approvals from CAAV. This enabled autonomous aircraft flights in integrated airspace, servicing every village without restriction.
