AI-powered systems are helping to cut delays, especially in ground transport to and from airports, by tracking inbound flights and predicting late arrivals.
Aviation technology research suggests these systems can reduce airport ground transport delays by up to 20 per cent during disruption.
The impact is most visible in airport mobility, where timing failures can cascade quickly.
The technology gains come as major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton approach pre-pandemic passenger levels, putting further pressure on ground transport coordination.
1ST Airport Taxis, based in the UK, is among the firms using proprietary AI-supported technology that links real-time flight data to vehicle dispatch.
The AI system reduces airport pickup times by predicting delays, monitoring live flight data and adjusting dispatch in real time.
It also keeps drivers and passengers updated about road conditions and disruptions.
This results in more reliable and efficient airport pickups, particularly during peak travel periods.
Experts say as traffic continues to grow at the UK’s busiest airports, predictive technology is becoming central to maintaining reliability for time-sensitive travellers.
The Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that passenger numbers are nearing pre-Covid-19 figures at major hubs.
