Autonomous Chairs replace people at major airports

Published: 2026-05-02T19:02:04.595398Z

Last Updated: 2026-08-08T15:26:46.212817Z

Category: News

🚨 JUST IN: Autonomous wheelchairs are now rolling out across major U.S. airports, changing how passengers navigate terminals.

Here’s where they’re already active:

• Miami International Airport (MIA)

• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

• Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)

What’s new:

• Self-driving mobility: These wheelchairs can navigate terminals on their own, no assistant needed

• Improved accessibility: Faster, more independent travel for passengers with limited mobility

• Smart navigation: Designed to avoid crowds, adjust routes, and reach gates efficiently

• Scalable rollout: More airports are expected to adopt the system soon