As part of a government-led initiative, Israel prepares infrastructure for national airspace network of large drones that are designed to carry passengers and heavy cargo

Officials say operators of thousands of unmanned vehicles will rely on latest in radar, artificial intelligence and drone technology to ensure safety of all involved

Demonstrating the ability to fly multiple drones in a single airspace, Israel hopes to become a playground for local and foreign startups to test technologies and set up rules

Software from Israeli startup Airwayz Drones, set up by Israeli air force veterans, steers hundreds of unmanned vehicles in the same airspace without human intervention