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Amazon Drone Delivery Plan Faces State Review as Massachusetts Residents Organize

October 23, 2026 by Miriam McNabb 1 Comment

Amazon Prime Air delivery drone, the subject of state regulatory review and community concerns in Westborough, Massachusetts.

MassDOT says Amazon needs state approval for its Westborough facility, while a grassroots organization pushes for greater community involvement in drone delivery decisions. Amazon's proposed Prime Air drone delivery operation in Westborough, Massachusetts, faces additional regulatory review as residents organize to address the impact of commercial drone flights on their … [Read more...] about Amazon Drone Delivery Plan Faces State Review as Massachusetts Residents Organize

Wing and Walmart Name Denver and Seattle for 2027 Drone Delivery Expansion

October 5, 2026 by Miriam McNabb 2 Comments

Walmart drone delivery

Denver announcement comes as Colorado communities consider local rules for drone delivery infrastructure Wing and Walmart have named the Denver and Seattle metropolitan areas as their next drone delivery markets. The companies plan to launch service in both regions in 2027. The announcement adds two major markets to an expansion that will bring the companies’ drone … [Read more...] about Wing and Walmart Name Denver and Seattle for 2027 Drone Delivery Expansion

What Can Cities Regulate About Drone Delivery?

September 28, 2026 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

Walmart drone delivery

Colorado proposal focuses on launch hubs as FAA authority limits local control of aircraft operation The City of Northglenn, Colorado, is considering new rules for commercial drone delivery hubs as the industry expands across the United States. The proposal is notable for what it would regulate, and what city officials acknowledge they cannot regulate. Northglenn … [Read more...] about What Can Cities Regulate About Drone Delivery?

Another Missed Deadline: The BVLOS NPRM Still Awaits Publication

July 7, 2025 by Miriam McNabb 3 Comments

(News and Commentary) Today marks exactly 31 days since President Trump's executive orders on drone technology were published, making this the first day past the ambitious 30-day deadline for the FAA to issue the much-anticipated Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). As the drone industry holds its collective breath, the question remains: is … [Read more...] about Another Missed Deadline: The BVLOS NPRM Still Awaits Publication

The FAR Part 5 Final Rule: A New Era for Drone Safety and Compliance

May 12, 2024 by Miriam McNabb 3 Comments

Flytrex gets FAA Approval, Flytrex funding Flytrex gets FAA approval for drone delivery

Exploring the FAR Part 5 Final Rule: Enhancing Drone Safety and Compliance by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Stay tuned for the upcoming Weekly Wings Podcast, a discussion of trends and technology from the pilot’s point of view.  Hosted by Paul Rossi on DRONELIFE.com!  As an aviation enthusiast and an active participant in the ever-evolving drone industry, … [Read more...] about The FAR Part 5 Final Rule: A New Era for Drone Safety and Compliance

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