Residents In Lockeford, California Become First Amazon.com Inc Customer To Receive Packages Via Drone

JAKARTA - Amazon.com Inc announced on Monday, June 13 that customers in Lockeford, California will be the first to receive drone deliveries later this year.

This will be the first time Amazon has made a drone delivery to the public, and it follows several pilot programs and special missions from companies such as Walmart Inc, United Parcel Service Inc and FedEx Corp.

The online retailer says it is working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and city officials for permits, these drone deliveries.

The drones will have the ability to fly beyond line of sight (BLOS) and will be programmed to drop packages in customers' backyards at Lockeford, which has a population of about 4,000 people.

Amazon made its first customer delivery by drone in the UK in 2016 and has touted its plans for drone delivery for years.

Delivery with drones on thousands of everyday items in one hour or less. Taking flight later this year in Lockeford, California. https://t.co/xpu0nk4YF9 pic.twitter.com/ChnKcY4XWv

— Amazon (@amazon) June 13, 2022

The delivery of packages via drones is said to be faster and more effective. Companies also no longer need officers or humans to deliver goods. This is a big revolution in package delivery in this digital age.