Amazon has chosen Darlington in north England as the first site for its Prime Air drone delivery expansion in the U.K. After previously missing the 2024 launch target, the company has not provided a new timeline, emphasizing that it is still in early stages with much work ahead. The expansion will require planning approvals and feedback from local residents. Regulatory hurdles, similar to those faced in the U.S., have influenced Amazon's decision to trial in smaller towns rather than larger cities with stricter airspace regulations.
Amazon has yet to lodge its planning application with local authorities or the Civil Aviation Authority, which mirrors challenges faced in the U.S. regulatory environment.
The company has hedged its plans, noting that it's still in early stages and there is "still much work to do" before drone delivery can launch.
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