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Japan tests humanoid robots to work as airport baggage handlers, cleaners

The 2-year trial run will test the effectiveness of using humanoid robots to help with ground crew duties at airports.

Published: 10:01am, 30 Apr 2026

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Baggage handlers and other airline ground staff in Japan will soon be joined by robotic workers at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. In May 2026, Japan Airlines will start a two-year trial run using humanoid robots to help with baggage handling and aircraft cabin cleaning.

Japan tests humanoid robots to work as airport baggage handlers, cleaners

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The 2-year trial run will test the effectiveness of using humanoid robots to help with ground crew duties at airports.