Amazon has announced the introduction of drone deliveries for products containing lithium-ion batteries through Amazon Prime Air.
Lithium-ion batteries, known for their high performance in electronics, require careful packaging and regulation during shipping due to their sensitivity to heat and damage.
The drone delivery program is being trialed in College Station, TX, where customers can receive select items weighing less than 5 lbs within 60 minutes or less.
FAA approval allows Amazon to transport and deliver items with lithium-ion batteries, expanding the drone delivery service to include nearly 60,000 products.