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Wing and Walmart expand drone delivery network to seven new US metro areas

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Drone delivery company Wing and retail giant Walmart are expanding what they describe as the largest residential drone delivery network in the United States, adding seven new metropolitan areas as they work toward a goal of reaching 40 million Americans by 2027.

The expansion will bring drone delivery services to Memphis, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Salt Lake City.

The move increases the companies’ planned service footprint to nearly 20 US markets and follows Walmart’s recent announcement that its drone delivery operations had surpassed one million deliveries. [Read more…] about Wing and Walmart expand drone delivery network to seven new US metro areas

Flytrex opens drone manufacturing facility in Dallas

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Flytrex, an autonomous drone food delivery service, has announced the opening of a drone manufacturing and maintenance facility in Pilot Point, Texas, as the company accelerates its push to build a network of 60 delivery sites across the Dallas-Fort Worth metro by mid-2027.

The facility – capable of assembling thousands of drones annually – will serve as the operational backbone for the company’s expansion in the region, building on recent commercial partnerships with DoorDash and Uber Eats, two of the largest food delivery platforms in the world.

The news comes shortly after Flytrex unveiled the Sky2, its next-generation delivery drone with an industry-leading 8.8 lb payload capacity, which will be assembled at the new Pilot Point facility. The nearly 8,000 square foot facility includes a closed warehouse as well as a secure outdoor area for test flights. [Read more…] about Flytrex opens drone manufacturing facility in Dallas

Canadian Drone Regulations and Testing Explained: Introduction to Canadian Drone Testing

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Canada has become one of the leading countries in drone technology and innovation. From snowy mountain regions to crowded urban areas, the country provides a perfect environment for testing advanced drone systems. A Canadian drone test is more than just flying a small machine in the sky.

It represents the future of transportation, security, farming, mapping, and even emergency rescue operations. Over the last few years, drones have evolved from simple recreational gadgets into highly intelligent machines capable of performing complex tasks with precision and speed.

The rise of drone testing in Canada is connected to the country’s focus on technological advancement and safety regulations. Companies, universities, and government agencies work together to test drones in real-world environments. [Read more…] about Canadian Drone Regulations and Testing Explained: Introduction to Canadian Drone Testing

Flytrex drones can now deliver two large Little Caesars pizzas to your door

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Flytrex, a provider of on-demand drone food delivery, and Little Caesars, one of the largest Pizza chains in the world, are partnering to expand drone delivery with a new drone capable of delivering dinner for an entire family.

Powered by Flytrex’s new Sky2 drone, customers can now receive two large pizzas and sodas in a single drone delivery, a first for on-demand food delivery by air.

Flytrex’s new Sky2 drone makes the partnership possible by carrying up to 8.8 pounds, the largest carrying capacity of any food delivery drone available today. [Read more…] about Flytrex drones can now deliver two large Little Caesars pizzas to your door

ITS America Conference & Expo offers ‘more outdoor demonstration experiences than ever before’

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ITS America Conference & Expo, organized in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, introduces an expanded demonstration program for the 2026 ITS America Conference & Expo, taking place June 9-11 in Detroit, Michigan.

Attendees will see firsthand how the newest technologies installed along roadways and within vehicles are making transportation in Detroit safer and more efficient.

The program marks a significant leap beyond traditional outdoor demonstrations, delivering hands-on, immersive experiences that connect attendees with the latest intelligent transportation technologies in real-world conditions. [Read more…] about ITS America Conference & Expo offers ‘more outdoor demonstration experiences than ever before’

AutoFlight completes first 2-ton-class eVTOL tea delivery in China

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AutoFlight has successfully completed China’s first 2-ton-class eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft) dedicated spring tea transport trial in Guizhou, a mountainous province in western China.

The trial deployed AutoFlight’s CarryAll (V2000CG) – a fully autonomous, unmanned eVTOL aircraft – to transport fresh spring tea between Anshun and Guiyang, two Guizhou cities approximately 120 km apart.

The unmanned flight crossed rugged mountain terrain in just 37 minutes, a significant improvement over road transportation in the region, where winding mountain routes make timely delivery a persistent challenge. [Read more…] about AutoFlight completes first 2-ton-class eVTOL tea delivery in China

DoorDash and Wing expand drone delivery partnership to Metro Atlanta

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DoorDash, a local commerce platform specializing in home food delivery, and Wing, a residential drone delivery company, have announced the expansion of their partnership to metro Atlanta.

The launch introduces a new way for metro Atlanta consumers to order from their favorite local merchants, expanding delivery options across the platform.

Eligible DoorDash consumers near Tanger Outlets Locust Grove can order from a selection of local and national restaurants and choose to have their items delivered by drone in as little as 20 minutes. [Read more…] about DoorDash and Wing expand drone delivery partnership to Metro Atlanta

Robotics & Automation News publishes in-depth trend analysis on the future of drone logistics

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Robotics & Automation News has released a new premium industry report examining the operational realities, economic constraints, and long-term outlook for drone delivery systems.

Titled Drone Logistics: Infrastructure, Economics and Market Outlook (2026-2032), the Trend Analysis provides a structured assessment of a sector that has moved beyond early-stage experimentation and is entering a more commercially disciplined phase.

While drone delivery has often been framed as a disruptive force in last-mile logistics, the report concludes that the technology is more likely to develop as a specialised layer within broader distribution networks rather than a universal replacement for ground transport. [Read more…] about Robotics & Automation News publishes in-depth trend analysis on the future of drone logistics

Wing launches drone delivery for Walmart in Greater Houston in biggest expansion yet

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Wing and Walmart are ringing in the new year with ultra-fast drone delivery across Greater Houston, marking the start of the most ambitious year of growth yet.

Greater Houston’s urban spread, growing population and demand for speed and convenience make it the ideal first market of the year for Walmart and Wing’s continued drone delivery expansion.

The service offers Houstonians a fast and fresh way to get essentials, delivering everything from last-minute items like baby wipes to forgotten dinner ingredients such as fresh tomatoes or ground beef, in as fast as 30 minutes. [Read more…] about Wing launches drone delivery for Walmart in Greater Houston in biggest expansion yet

Wing and Walmart expand drone delivery to 150 new stores coast to coast

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Wing and Walmart are embarking on the next chapter of the world’s largest drone delivery expansion to evolve our service from a regional success into a delivery option across the nation.

We are scaling ultra-fast service to an additional 150 Walmart stores over the next year, bringing the convenience of drone delivery to more than 40 million Americans.

Walmart and Wing will establish a network of over 270 drone delivery locations by 2027, stretching from Los Angeles to Miami. The question is no longer if Wing and Walmart will deliver to your city, it’s when. [Read more…] about Wing and Walmart expand drone delivery to 150 new stores coast to coast

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