Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started using drones to clean traffic signals. This new method replaces traditional manlifts and heavy equipment. It makes maintenance safer for workers and reduces operation time and costs. It also supports green goals by using less water and fuel and cutting emissions. Abdulla Ali Lootah, RTA’s Director of Roads and Facilities Maintenance, said the first tests took place at the Marrakech Street–Rebat Street junction. Traffic was temporarily closed to keep the area safe during the trial. The drones cleaned one side of a traffic signal in just three to four minutes. This is 25 to 50 percent faster than before. Cost savings so far are about 15 percent, with hopes to reach 25 percent as the technology improves. This pilot project follows earlier use of drones by RTA to clean Dubai Metro and tram station facades. Those earlier efforts cut manpower needs while keeping high cleaning standards. Lootah said the pilot will continue to improve cleaning methods and reduce traffic disruption. Safety and efficiency remain the priorities. Using drones for such routine tasks helps Dubai move toward smart and sustainable city solutions. This project shows how technology is changing city maintenance for the better, making it safer, faster, and environmentally friendly.