Amazon plans a major expansion of Prime Air, its drone delivery service, targeting nearly 500 U.S. cities by the end of 2026, roughly six times its current footprint across seven states. New launches will start in 11 locations across Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Nebraska, Louisiana, Michigan, and Texas, including a return to Tolleson following a previous drone collision and other incidents that prompted regulatory scrutiny. Amazon is stressing safety, citing its Detect-and-Avoid system, onboard sensors, and FAA Part 135 certification, while competing with Walmart and Alphabet’s Wing as drone deliveries grow and more markets prepare to come online.
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