British Airways is testing out an autonomous electric wheelchair for people with mobility needs at JFK airport in New York City.

Built by Silicon Valley-based tech firm Whill, the high-tech vehicle incorporates anti-collision technology and lets the rider use a touchscreen to select from a range of destinations within the airport…

The rider can change their destination at any point, and also select multiple places to visit on their way to the boarding gate. After the rider exits the vehicle at the gate, the machine returns to the docking station by itself, ready for the next person…

British Airways said that almost half a million of its customers require additional assistance each year, and so the airline is keen to explore new ways to offer them a more comfortable travel experience.
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