DoorDash becomes a licensed air carrier and most dedicated drone startups still aren't

Technology August 03, 2026 04:31 AM

DoorDash earned FAA Part 135 air carrier certification on July 29, 2026, launching DoorDash Air and becoming only the eighth US company cleared for commercial drone operations. The move signals a major shift: a food delivery platform vertically integrating aviation infrastructure, with commercial drone deliveries targeted for fall 2026.

DoorDash becomes a licensed air carrier and most dedicated drone startups still aren't

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