DAYTON,
Ohio, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Drone Express,
a leading innovator in autonomous delivery solutions, is proud to
announce that it's Part 135 Application has been accepted by the
FAA. This milestone in the certification process demonstrates that
Drone Express is on its way to becoming a fully certified Part 135
Unmanned Air Carrier. This achievement marks a significant step
forward in the company's mission to revolutionize the future of
delivery logistics through cutting-edge drone technology to perform
BVLOS (beyond-visual-line-of-sight) deliveries.
Drone Express is proud to announce that
it's Part 135 Application has been accepted by the FAA.
The Part 135 certification is a rigorous process that involves
demonstrating a high level of safety, reliability, and compliance
with FAA regulations. Once fully certified, Drone Express will
become one of the select few companies authorized to operate
unmanned aircraft for BVLOS commercial delivery in the United States under the FAA's stringent
guidelines.
Russell Kline, Chief Regulatory Officer, stated "We would
like to give special recognition to the FAA's newly created AFS-700
branch for their leadership and guidance in this process. While
unmanned systems are not a new thing, the certification of an
unmanned airline is, and the FAA approached this with great
enthusiasm and energy. We look forward to working with them as we
complete our Part 135 certification in the coming months."
"This approval from the FAA is a testament to the hard work and
dedication of the entire Drone Express team," said Beth Flippo, CEO of Drone Express. "We are
thrilled to have reached this pivotal moment, which unlocks immense
potential for the future. Drone delivery will transform the way
goods are transported, offering significant benefits in terms of
speed, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact. With the FAA's
approval, we are excited to embark on the next phase of our
journey, bringing the future of delivery to communities across the
country."
About Drone Express: Drone Express is an innovative
aviation company disrupting last-mile logistics by embracing
autonomous flight. Founded in 2021, the company uses drones to
deliver safe, reliable, autonomous, eco-friendly packages
nationwide to customers. They have secured strategic nationwide
corporate partnerships with The Kroger Company, Papa John's
International, Winsupply, and other retailers.
For more information on Drone Express and its commercial drone
delivery offering, please visit droneexpress.com.
Media Inquiries:
Holly
Studebaker
Drone Express
937.609.8413
hstudebaker@droneexpress.com
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