Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on FreightWaves.com.
The drone delivery industry, just like the unmanned aircraft that power it, is currently flying well below the stratosphere.
Flytrex Granted FAA Approval for Long-Range Commercial Drone Deliveries
The firm joins Wing, UPS, Amazon, Zipline as the newest Part 135 drone operator.
Key Takeaways:
- Flytrex has received the FAA Standard Part 135 Air Carrier Certification, which is essential for operating long-range commercial drone delivery services beyond the visual line of sight.
- This certification enables Flytrex to significantly expand its drone delivery operations nationwide, reaching an estimated 82 million households.
- Flytrex's approval is notable as it joins a select group of larger companies, demonstrating a viable, though arduous, regulatory path for smaller, independent drone delivery providers.
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