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10/6/25, 4:11 PM Dubai Air Navigation Services Receives UAE’s First U-Space Service Provider Certification
The certification follows the GCAA’s introduction earlier this year of

national regulations for approving UAS service providers, signalling the

UAE’s readiness to implement a structured framework for drone

operations. The move aims to support innovation in air mobility while

ensuring safety and efficiency in line with global standards.

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA, said

the certification represents a key step in putting the national UAS

regulation into practice and reflects the authority’s commitment to

maintaining operational excellence. He praised dans for its technical

capability and collaboration throughout the rigorous approval process.

Ibrahim Ahli, CEO of dans, described the certification as a milestone

achievement resulting from months of close coordination with the

GCAA. He said the recognition aligns with the organisation’s focus on

future airspace management and the integration of unmanned traffic

systems.

To support the regulation’s practical application, dans partnered with

Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects and ANRA Technologies to create

a platform for managing drone traffic. The system integrates radar,

weather data, and aeronautical information to enable immediate flight

approvals, enhance conflict detection, and prepare for future urban air

mobility operations.

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