DoorDash Launches In-House Drone Delivery Program After Securing FAA Air Carrier Certification

Barchart · 1d ago

DoorDash ($DASH) has launched DoorDash Air, its in-house drone delivery program, after receiving FAA Part 135 air carrier certification to commercially operate drone deliveries in the U.S. The company plans to begin first-party drone deliveries this fall while continuing to work with existing autonomous delivery partners as it expands its robotics and logistics network.

  • The FAA granted DoorDash Part 135 certification, authorizing commercial drone operations, including beyond visual line of sight.
  • DoorDash Air was developed by DoorDash Labs and will be integrated into the company's existing delivery platform.
  • The company said its drones are primarily built with U.S.-sourced components and are designed to complement human couriers and autonomous delivery partners.
  • DoorDash expects to begin operating its own drone deliveries this fall, with additional details planned for its September product event.
  • Recent federal lobbying disclosures show DoorDash has engaged on drone and autonomous vehicle policy, AI, labor issues, transportation, and independent contractor legislation.

Relevant Companies

  • DoorDash ($DASH) – Expands its delivery network with proprietary drone technology and FAA-certified commercial operations.
  • Alphabet ($GOOGL) – Its Wing drone delivery business competes with DoorDash while remaining one of DoorDash's delivery partners.
  • Uber Technologies ($UBER) – Competes in autonomous food delivery and partners with several of the same drone and robotics providers.

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