Walmart reports having the largest drone delivery footprint

Walmart partners with Wing and Zipline for the largest drone delivery footprint

Walmart's strategic partnerships with drone providers Wing and Zipline have given the retail giant the crown of having the largest delivery footprint in the United States. With an presence in over 30 towns in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and covering nearly 75% of the population, Walmart's drone delivery has both expanded its reach and the speed and efficiency of its services.

10-30 minutes drone deliveries

Through the capabilities of Wing and Zipline, Walmart's drone delivery system has a delivery time between 10 to 30 minutes at speeds of up to 65 miles per hour according to Fast Company.

Another advantages of Walmart's drone delivery system is its impressive weight capacity. The drones can carry up to 3 pounds of goods, allowing for the transportation of a wide range of products.

Over the past two years, Walmart proudly reports the successful completion of 20,000 drone deliveries as well.

Amazon is working to expand on drones too

Amazon is also gearing up to expand its own drone delivery service in 2024.

Amazon is currently experimenting with drone deliveries for prescription medications in Texas

Moxii reported last year that Amazon uses its own tech to check if the ground is clear before dropping, addressing concerns about potential accidents or disruptions during the delivery process.

Amazon is collaborating with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to establish and comply to the regulations on the use of drones in residential areas.