Amazon’s Prime Air is taking off in nearly 500 U.S. cities

Amazon is expanding its drone delivery service, Prime Air, to nearly 500 U.S. cities by the end of 2026, a significant increase from its current reach. This expansion includes 11 new cities such as Tolleson, Arizona; Ruskin, Florida; and Richmond, Texas. Amazon emphasizes safety in this expansion, highlighting its "industry-leading Detect-and-Avoid system" and adherence to Federal Aviation Administration Part 135 certification.

Prime members in eligible cities receive free ultrafast drone delivery for orders over $50, while non-Prime customers pay a $4.99 fee. This move comes as other major companies like Walmart and Alphabet’s Wing also expand their drone delivery networks.

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