Add as a preferred source on GoogleUK Regulator Clears Amazon Drone Delivery Expansion in Darlington
The decision increases Prime Air’s eligible customer base in the English town from about 600 to roughly 8,000.
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) cleared Amazon to expand Prime Air drone deliveries in Darlington, making roughly 8,000 customers eligible for the service in northern England.
The decision permits Prime Air to serve more populated parts of the town. About 600 customers were eligible before the expansion. Amazon began drone deliveries in less populated parts of Darlington earlier this year.
The CAA granted Prime Air SAIL 4 operating authorization and flightworthiness validation for its delivery aircraft. Prime Air aims to deliver selected everyday products, including household essentials, to eligible customers in under two hours.
CAA director of future safety and innovation Sophie O’Sullivan highlighted Amazon’s safety work and linked the approvals to innovation and growth in UK aerospace.
Amazon’s expansion announcement identified no additional UK locations or launch dates. Separately, the company plans to extend Prime Air coverage to nearly 500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026.
Riza Dagoc
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