FAA approves cargo drone flights over NYC for yearlong trial

FAA approves cargo drone flights over NYC for yearlong trial

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will launch a yearlong trial of cargo drone flights between lower Manhattan and Brooklyn beginning Monday, April 27, to test whether the drones can reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions, according to the agency.

Port Authority of New York and Skyports Drone Services to begin yearlong cargo drone trial between Manhattan and Brooklyn

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Skyports Drone Services have announced that trial flights using a small uncrewed aircraft to carry light cargo between lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Marine Terminal will begin on Monday for 12 months. The flights are scheduled to operate weekdays on a fixed route entirely over

Port Authority Begins Drone Delivery Test Flights Over East River As Part Of Shift Away From Road Freight: Should This Be Done In Lakewood As Well?

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will begin a yearlong test of cargo drone flights across the East River next week, part of a broader effort to explore faster delivery options in one of the nation’s most congested urban corridors. The bi-state agency said today that it is partnering with U.K.-based Skyports […]

NYC Tests Cargo Drones to Cut Traffic and Speed Medical Deliveries

Port Authority Launches Yearlong Cargo Drone Trial Over East River. Skyports partnership aims to test middle-mile delivery, reduce congestion, and support medical logistics in New York City The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will begin a yearlong cargo drone trial on April 27, testing scheduled flights between lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn […] The post NYC Tests Cargo Drones to Cut Traffic and Speed Medical Deliveries appeared firs…