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technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Amazon targets 500 U.S. cities and towns for drone deliveries by 2026

Amazon plans to expand Prime Air to roughly 500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026, launching in Chicago, Cleveland, Atlanta, Syracuse, and Boise this year; each site covers about 175 square miles with half-hour to one-hour deliveries, supplementing existing operations in 10 cities. The push comes amid rival drone programs from Walmart, Wing, Zipline and DoorDash, with concerns over noise, privacy, and safety after several Amazon incidents; drones carry about five pounds, face weather limits, and rely on onboard sensors with no live video feed, and the FAA's oversight will shape future expansion.

via Ars Technica|

#amazon-prime-air #drone-delivery #expansion

local-government1 month ago•3 min saved

Vineland Advances Phase 2 Expansion of Controversial Data Center Amid Noise Concerns

The Vineland Planning Board approved Phase 2 of the data center project, adding 600,000 square feet to reach an eventual 2.6 million, after a lengthy public comment period. Residents have raised worries about water and power usage and a persistent humming noise. Data One says the site complies with noise limits and has addressed complaints, and officials will continue to monitor the expansion as Phase 1 remains under construction.

via NBC10 Philadelphia|

#data-center #data-one #local-government

technology7 months ago•4 min saved

New York to trial electric air taxis for rapid airport hops

New York City will host a three-year federal air-taxi pilot linking skyports in Manhattan to JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark with small electric aircraft, potentially launching this summer; Archer, Electra, and Joby are among the partners, offering rides around $110–$165 while regulators test safety and noise standards and assess community impacts.

via New York Post|

#air-taxi #electric-aircraft #federal-pilot-program