Medical Delivery Drones Take Flight in Latin America

19Labs’ Gale Force drone can deliver up to 10 kilograms of medications, vaccines, blood samples, and other medical cargo.

Jack Daleo

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 03:27 PM ET

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19Labs’ Gale Force medical delivery drone has begun commercial service in Guyana. [Courtesy: 19Labs]

Key Takeaways:

19Labs has launched its Gale Force drone for medical deliveries in Guyana, utilizing SpaceX Starlink connectivity and Nvidia AI to serve remote communities.
The Gale Force drone offers a "two-way" delivery system, capable of both transporting medical supplies and returning samples, distinguishing it from competitors.
This initiative aims to significantly improve healthcare access, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in inaccessible regions, with plans for future expansion beyond Guyana.

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A new entrant in the medical drone delivery industry is lifting off in Latin America.

California-based 19Labs, which has partnered with the government of Guyana to deploy remote telemedicine services across the country, on Wednesday announced it has added drones as a “value-added complement” to the network. The company’s Gale Force drone, which incorporates SpaceX Starlink connectivity and Nvidia artificial intelligence, can carry about 44 pounds of medications, vaccines, blood samples, and medical supplies for first response and disaster relief.