On 30 January 2026, the team reached a significant milestone by completing its first cross-sea logistics test flight for Phase 1 of the Hong Kong Low-altitude Economy Regulatory Sandbox.

The logistics drone during the cross-sea test flight.
The test flight
The test flight was carried out with the strong support and on-site witnessing of the Civil Aviation Department (CAD) of Hong Kong and the team’s partners. The operation validated the stability and reliability of the logistics solution within the sandbox framework.


Preparation on site and the view from the drone during the flight.
Experience and outlook
The team sincerely thanks the Hong Kong CAD and its partners for their support of its research and operations. The flight provided valuable flight data and operational experience specific to cross-sea logistics, and the team looks forward to contributing further to the development of Hong Kong’s low-altitude economy.

Group photo of the team at the test site.
Acknowledgements
The team sincerely thanks its partners for supporting its research (listed in no particular order):