FAA Grants Amazon BVLOS Permissions for Enhanced Urban Deliveries and Future Expansion Across the US by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab International “everything store” Amazon recently announced that they had received FAA approval to expand their drone delivery operations, having new permissions to conduct BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line Of Sight) missions around the College … [Read more...] about Amazon Expands Drone Delivery Operations with New FAA Approval
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Drone Delivery in 2024: A Balanced Perspective
Explosive growth or steady progress? Drone delivery in 2024 is moving forward. The drone delivery sector has been the subject of numerous articles in recent months, with a variety of news outlets discussing its potential. A report from Future Market Insights projects significant growth for the industry, estimating that the global drone delivery service market could reach up … [Read more...] about Drone Delivery in 2024: A Balanced Perspective
Walmart Drone Delivery: Investment in DroneUp Could Change the Race to Dominate the Last Mile
Walmart drone delivery has moved forward, as Walmart announces a significant strategic investment in drone service provider DroneUp. The decision indicates a major move in the race between retailers to dominate last mile delivery. "Conducting drone deliveries at scale is within reach. DroneUp’s expertise, combined with our retail footprint and proven history of logistics … [Read more...] about Walmart Drone Delivery: Investment in DroneUp Could Change the Race to Dominate the Last Mile
Amazon Delivery Drones: FAA OK’s Prime Air Fleet
The FAA has cleared the regulatory skies for Amazon to launch its long-awaited drone delivery service. The agency announced Monday the retail giant can operate its fleet of Prime Air delivery drones – a project that’s been seven years in the making. Amazon Prime Air “uses autonomous UAS to safely and efficiently deliver packages to customers,” according to the FAA’s … [Read more...] about Amazon Delivery Drones: FAA OK’s Prime Air Fleet
Amazon Taps Ex-Boeing Exec to Helm Drone Delivery
Amazon is bringing a veteran aviation exec on board to run its drone-delivery subsidiary as the retail giant continues to push for 30-minute aerial shipping. On Monday, CNET reported David Carbon, former VP of 787 operations for Boeing, will lead Prime Air, Amazon’s UAV-delivery service. He replaces Gur Kimchi, who headed the division for the past seven years. “We’re very … [Read more...] about Amazon Taps Ex-Boeing Exec to Helm Drone Delivery
