New funding from Lightspeed and gradCapital supports Airbound's mission to transform last-mile delivery through cost-effective, efficient drones. Drone technology startup Airbound has raised $1.7 million in a seed round led by venture capital firm Lightspeed, with additional backing from gradCapital. This funding will help Airbound further develop its innovative TRT delivery … [Read more...] about Airbound Secures $1.7 Million Seed Funding to Drive Economical Drone Delivery Solutions
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Matternet and ANRA Technologies Collaborate to Scale Urban Drone Delivery Networks
Partnership Focuses on Safe and Efficient UTM Integration for BVLOS Operations Matternet, known for its urban drone delivery services, has entered a strategic partnership with ANRA Technologies to enhance airspace management for its drone networks. This partnership aims to support Matternet's recent expansion of home delivery services and enable safe Beyond Visual Line of … [Read more...] about Matternet and ANRA Technologies Collaborate to Scale Urban Drone Delivery Networks
DEXA Expands Drone Delivery with New FAA BVLOS Waiver
FAA Waiver Allows DEXA to Extend Drone Delivery Reach and Efficiency DEXA (Drone Express) has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to streamline last-mile logistics through autonomous drone deliveries. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted DEXA a Part 107 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver for operations in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about DEXA Expands Drone Delivery with New FAA BVLOS Waiver
Amazon Extends Drone Delivery Service to Phoenix Area
New Prime Air location in West Valley offers rapid drone deliveries for select items Amazon's Prime Air drone delivery service has now launched in the Phoenix Metro Area, with operations based near Tolleson, Arizona. This expansion, first announced last April, is part of Amazon's broader effort to provide faster deliveries using drone technology. The Phoenix program marks a … [Read more...] about Amazon Extends Drone Delivery Service to Phoenix Area
Study Shows No Impact of Drone Flights on Scottish Seabird Colonies
A new study by ornithologist Dr. Roy Armstrong and ecologist Caitlin Henderson has found no evidence of disturbance among seabird colonies in Orkney as a result of recent drone flights conducted by Windracers. This discovery is important for drone operators planning to serve Scotland’s remote island communities, where many sensitive bird species are located. The seabird … [Read more...] about Study Shows No Impact of Drone Flights on Scottish Seabird Colonies
