UAE unveils world’s first jet-powered fire-fighting drone

Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA) unveiled the ‘Suhail’ project, the world’s first jet-powered drone dedicated to firefighting, in a global precedent from the UAE pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai, which is being held in Japan between April 13 to October 13, 2025.

This globally unprecedented innovation embodies ADCDA’s leadership in adopting the latest emergency response technologies and is a step towards a safer and smarter future.

With its AI-powered autonomous capabilities Suhail redefines safety standards, enhancing the ability of civil defence teams to access the most difficult locations with the highest levels of precision and efficiency, thereby moving toward new prospects of innovation and readiness.

Located within the Empowering Lives Zone, the UAE pavilion, themed ‘Earth to Ether,’ offers a multi-dimensional experience that combines architectural creativity with cultural richness.

It showcases the UAE’s vision for shaping the future of humanity and the planet, reflecting the UAE’s inspiring journey from its deep roots toward boundless horizons; a journey that celebrates heritage, builds for the future, and believes that true progress can only be achieved through collective action and harmonious minds.

The pavilion reflects on the UAE’s ambition to empower all life from Earth to Ether and delivers a clear and compelling message: The nation is driving collective progress for humanity and the planet by advancing space exploration, reimagining healthcare and pioneering sustainable technologies and all vital sectors.