A2Z Drone Delivery Unveils Revamped Last-Mile Drone That Can Fly in Rain

The new RDST Longtail comes in standard and premium configurations, each equipped with the company’s RDS2 delivery system.

Jack Daleo

Friday, August 11, 2023 at 03:34 PM ET

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An early look at the new RDST Longtail in action. [Courtesy: A2Z Drone Delivery]

Key Takeaways:

A2Z Drone Delivery has unveiled the second-generation RDST "Longtail" drone, which features enhanced range, an integrated autonomous delivery system, and crucially, the ability to operate in rain (especially the premium model).
Designed as an off-the-shelf, heavy-lift UAV for last-mile delivery, the Longtail can carry payloads up to 19.5 pounds and optionally integrates with A2Z's RDS2 winch and tether system for quiet, precise payload drops from altitude.
Available in standard ($20,000) and premium ($27,000) configurations, the Longtail aims to democratize commercial drone logistics for various applications, including local parcels, emergency medical, and offshore deliveries.

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Drones don’t like piña coladas (obviously), and they really don’t like getting caught in the rain. At least, most don’t.

A2Z Drone Delivery’s latest model is an exception. The company this week unveiled a revamped, second-generation version of its classic RDST design, the Longtail. Available in standard and premium configurations, the drone comes with expanded range, a factory-integrated autonomous delivery system, and—most importantly—the ability to cut through rain.