DJI Already Dominates Consumer Drones; Now It’s Getting into Delivery

The Chinese manufacturer’s first delivery drone, the FlyCart 30, immediately becomes one of the largest last-mile drones on the market.

Jack Daleo

Monday, August 21, 2023 at 11:35 AM ET

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DJI's new FlyCart 30 delivery drone with winch and crane (left) and cargo box (right) configurations. [Courtesy: DJI]

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DJI, the world's largest consumer drone manufacturer, has officially entered the drone delivery market with the launch of its first dedicated delivery drone, the FlyCart 30.
The FlyCart 30 is a robust, all-weather drone capable of carrying payloads up to 88 pounds, featuring adaptable delivery mechanisms (cargo box or winch system), advanced safety features, and the ability to operate in diverse and challenging environments.
Currently available only in China, the drone leverages DJI's significant market presence and financial strength, though it will face stiff competition and regulatory hurdles, especially concerning its large size and weight, if it expands to international markets.

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Chinese drone maker DJI won’t settle for its estimated 70 percent share of the global consumer drone market.

In a move that could have major implications for the company and the drone industry at large, DJI this week unveiled FlyCart 30, its first delivery drone. Aptly named for its 30-kilogram (66-pound) payload in standard configuration, the new product marks DJI’s entry into a largely untapped market for delivery via the small, buzzing aircraft.