Drone delivery is set to finally take off with D-FW as an early incubator
Something’s stirring in 2025 for drone deliveries. The industry in the U.S. is going beyond experimentation and tests — and entering a phase that’s more...
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US proposes new drone rules that could lead to Starbucks, Amazon deliveries
The U.S. Transportation Department is proposing new rules to speed deployment of drones beyond the visual line of sight of operators, a key change needed to advance commercial uses like package deliveries.
An early Joby Aviation backer might soon be its biggest distributor in Saudi Arabia
Joby Aviation has signed an MoU with investor and Saudi Arabian conglomerate Abdul Latif Jameel (ALJ) to distribute up to 200 electric aircraft valued at about $1 billion over the coming years.
Amazon Has Overhauled Its Drone Delivery. Will the Public Welcome It?
A recent visit to Amazon’s overhauled drone delivery program in Arizona left me impressed by the drones, but skeptical that the public will welcome them.
Chinese sanctions hit US drone maker supplying Ukraine
Beijing’s move leaves California company rushing to find new battery providers
Skydio Under Fire: Industry Experts Slam US Drone Maker's Tactics
The US drone industry is in turmoil as professionals criticize Skydio's marketing and lobbying efforts. The controversy, unfolding on LinkedIn, centers on
Amazon reveals first photos of the new Prime Air delivery drone
The newest Prime Air drones will deliver to customers in three U.S. locations as well as cities in Italy and the UK by the end of 2024.
Amazon’s troubled drone delivery program faces latest challenge in Texas: Annoyed residents
Amazon is seeking FAA approval to expand its drone delivery service in College Station, Texas, but many residents aren't too happy.
Zipline makes 'first US BVLOS' drone delivery flight without ground observers
Drone delivery specialist Zipline says it has made the first ever BVLOS flight of a UAV in the US without ground observers