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Airports Embrace AI Amid Safety and Innovation Challenges

1/30/2026

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Amad Malik, chief AI officer at Airport AI Exchange, notes that airports use artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and passenger experience as air traffic is expected to reach 10.2 billion in 2026.
Investments target AI for passenger flow management, baggage tracking, and predictive maintenance.
Malik notes adoption remains limited because airports rely on outdated systems and adopt caution toward innovation.
Safety and regulation concerns slow progress in aviation industry.

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Amad Malik, chief AI officer at Airport AI Exchange, notes that airports use artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and passenger experience as air traffic is expected to reach 10.2 billion in 2026.
Investments target AI for passenger flow management, baggage tracking, and predictive maintenance.
Malik notes adoption remains limited because airports rely on outdated systems and adopt caution toward innovation.
Safety and regulation concerns slow progress in aviation industry.