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Amazon begins delivering select products via drone in Phoenix

Amazon says that it's begun drone-based deliveries in the West Valley Phoenix Metro Area for eligible customers.

An Amazon spokesperson told TechCrunch that drone delivery will be available during the daylight hours and “favorable” weather conditions. Amazon’s drone delivery efforts have faced a number of setbacks, from complaints over noise to regulatory hurdles and layoffs. To set the stage for easier — and presumably less expensive — deployments, Amazon says it’s now integrating its drone systems into its same-day delivery network instead of building standalone facilities.

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