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
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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
Is Drone Delivery Already Here? Why BVLOS Flight and Drone Delivery Don’t Have to Go Together
Workhorse Group recently announced that they are performing drone delivery in Ohio, with cooperation of the FAA. It's not a project listed as part of the UAS Integration Pilot Program, designed to accommodate applications not allowed under current regulations. But citizens of Loveland, OH can now opt to have packages delivered by drone. How is this possible? "The unique, … [Read more...] about Is Drone Delivery Already Here? Why BVLOS Flight and Drone Delivery Don’t Have to Go Together
UK Government Calls for Comments on Drone Proposals
The UK government is calling for comments on a number of drone related proposals, reports FlightGlobal. The government released a paper on December 21, describing several drone related issues and the government's proposals. Comments from the public must be received by March 15. The paper says that their current drone policy is supportive of the drone industry: “In … [Read more...] about UK Government Calls for Comments on Drone Proposals
Amazon to Build “Birdhouses” for Drones
Amazon drone delivery appears to be making some progress, as the company filed a patent this week for birdhouse-like docking stations for drones. US Patent 9,387,928 B1 outlines Amazon's plans for drone delivery, including the concept of using docking stations along the flight path to allow for re-charging or for resting during unfavorable weather. The entire plan, or … [Read more...] about Amazon to Build “Birdhouses” for Drones
