Amazon Under FAA Investigation After Delivery Drone Severs Internet Cable
Amazon is being investigated by the FAA following an incident where one of its delivery drones cut an internet cable in Texas. The incident occurs as Amazon and Walmart intensify their competition in drone delivery services.
Amazon is facing a federal investigation after one of its Prime Air delivery drones accidentally severed an internet cable in Waco, Texas on November 18. The drone's propeller became tangled in the cable while ascending after completing a delivery, causing the cable to break. The drone performed an automatic landing and sustained minor propeller damage, though no injuries occurred.
Amazon has taken responsibility, paying for the cable repair and apologizing to the affected customer. The FAA is currently investigating the incident.
This occurs as Amazon expands its drone delivery program across the United States, competing with Walmart, which has also launched drone delivery services. Despite this setback, Amazon continues developing its MK30 drone and remains committed to advancing its aerial delivery capabilities.
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