Waymo has obtained a temporary permit to map roadways at San Francisco International Airport, marking a significant step towards its robotaxi service expansion. The mapping phase, initiated on March 14, will involve employees manually driving vehicles, with plans for phased autonomous operations to follow. This development comes after a previous failed attempt in 2023. The agreement includes data-sharing requirements and restricts autonomous vehicles from transporting commercial goods. Waymo aims to cater to the millions who travel to SFO annually, with future steps dependent on further approvals.