THIS month, Japan has taken a big stride towards improving the way patients receive prescribed medications, after Japan Airlines partnered with several other companies to conduct a demonstration of Level 4 drone flights for pharmaceutical delivery.
Part of a wider project to implement drone logistics services in Tokyo, the landmark flights took place from 14-20 Dec in the capital's Hinohara Village, marking the first time such flights have been conducted in Japan.
The week-long trial followed the legalisation of Level 4 drone flights ("unmanned flights beyond visual line of sight in populated areas"), with the goal of enabling faster and more efficient transport of pharmaceutical products from clinics and hospitals to patients.
The drone flights show how pharmaceutical delivery can eliminate the impact of traffic conditions, road congestion, or disasters, with more trials set to be conducted next year.
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