American multinational technology company Amazon on Monday have said that customers in Lockeford, California would be among the first to receive drone deliveries later this year.
This would be the first time Amazon makes drone deliveries to the public, and it follows several pilot and mission-specific programs from companies such as Walmart, United Parcel Service and FedEx Corp.
The online retailer said it was working with Federal Aviation Administration, FAA, and city officials for permits, Reuters reports.
The drones will have the capability to fly beyond-line-of-sight, BLOS, and will be programmed to drop parcels in the backyards of customers.