Amazon drone delivery proposal sparks safety concerns in North Myrtle Beach

Amazon looks to land North Myrtle Beach support for launch of drone delivery service

In 2024, Amazon opened a same-day delivery complex in the Palmetto Coast Industrial Park. The company wants to install an on-site pad for optional drone service, but must first get city approval.

Amazon drone delivery proposal sparks safety concerns in North Myrtle Beach

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — North Myrtle Beach residents gathered at the planning commission workshop Wednesday to discuss Amazon's proposed drone delivery service. While Amazon representatives presented details regarding the optional delivery program and pricing, community members raised safety concerns and criticized the absence of federal regulators. The Federal Aviation Administration, which oversees drone [...]

Amazon Tells North Myrtle Beach: Ask the FAA. FAA: Ask Amazon and City

Amazon told North Myrtle Beach the FAA decides overflights and its drones stay under 68 decibels. The FAA says ask Amazon and the city. Its table says 82.