Amazon plans to expand drone deliveries to nearly 500 cities
Amazon plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities, with fees and restrictions applying to some orders.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Amazon is expanding its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities nationwide. The service is expected to focus on suburban areas, away from skyscrapers and major airports, with drones limited to packages weighing up to five pounds.
Deliveries will be free for Amazon Prime members. Nonmembers will pay $4.99, and orders below $50 will include an additional $2.99 fee. The expansion will also be subject to local noise rules and other regulatory requirements. Federal rules limit drone flights to below 400 feet and require collision-avoidance technology, according to the provided report.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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