U.S. Federal Aviation Administration

Final rule streamlines launch and reentry requirements for burgeoning commercial space industry

Amazon received FAA approval to fly commercial delivery drones as part of its Amazon Prime Air program.

The global air cargo carrier has tasked Israel Aerospace Industries with converting the planes to all-cargo configuration.

Deuce Drone, a new developer of aerial drone delivery systems, has a talented team, but its biggest hurdles will be established competitors, federal regulations, and customer appreciation for the technology.

“We remain committed to achieving our aggressive climate and sustainability goals,” said Nancy Young, Airlines for America’s vice president of environmental affairs.

Drone technology provider to UPS Flight Forward aims for unmanned aircraft systems certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.

Drone use for package deliveries is expected to remain largely grounded by regulatory and infrastructural hurdles during the next few years, according to Frost and Sullivan.